Computers in Your Future

by Pfaffenberger, Bryan

• ISBN13: 9780130898159
• ISBN10: 0130898155
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-01-01
• Publisher: PRENTICE HALL

Summary

For courses in Computer Concepts, Introduction to Computers, Computer Literacy/MIS, CIS, Computer Science, Business. This best-selling introduction to computers is noted for its lucid explanations of computing concepts, practical applications of technology theory, and emphasis on the historical and societal impacts of technological innovations. It features integrated coverage of management information systems, networking, email, and the Internet.

Table of Contents

Preface	vii
Introducing Computers and the Internet	2	(52)
Becoming Fluent with Computers and the Internet	4	(26)
History of Computers and the Internet	30	(24)
Exploring Computer Hardware	54	(90)
Inside the System Unit	56	(32)
Storing Data: Electronic Filing Cabinets	88	(24)
Input and Output: Data In, Information Out	112	(32)
The World of Computer Software	144	(42)
System Software: Keeping the Computer Running Smoothly	146	(21)
Application Software: Essentials for Knowledge Workers	167	(19)
Concepts of Application Software	186	(80)
Writing with Word Processing Software	188	(20)
Creating Electronic Spreadsheets	208	(23)
Designing Presentations	231	(15)
Building Databases	246	(20)
Multimedia and Virtual Reality	266	(24)
Multimedia: Lights! Cameras! Action!	268	(13)
Virtual Environments	281	(9)
Data Communications	290	(44)
Telecommunications: Exchanging Data via the Telephone System	292	(20)
Networks: Superhighways for Digital Information	312	(22)
The Internet and the Web: Welcome to Cyberspace	334	(86)
Understanding the Internet	336	(21)
The World Wide Web and Electronic Commerce	357	(21)
Using Email	378	(16)
Creating a Web Page	394	(26)
Creating Information Systems	420	(56)
Introducing Information Systems	422	(17)
Systems Analysis and Design	439	(14)
Programming Languages and Program Development	453	(23)
Social and Ethical Issues of Computing	476	(54)
Privacy and Encryption	478	(16)
Computer Crime and Security	494	(20)
Ethics: Doing the Right Thing	514	(16)
Computers and You	530	(2)
Buying and Upgrading Your Computer System	532	(18)
Avoiding Risks to Your Health	550	(11)
Careers and Certification	561	(15)
Emerging Technologies	576
Selected Solutions	S-1
Acronym Finder	A-1
Glossary	G-1
Illustration Credits	C-1
Index	I-1