Technology in Action

Name: Technology in Action
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ISBN: 9780135137208

ISBN-10: 0135137209

ISBN-13: 9780135137208

Edition: 5th 2009

Authors: Alan Evans, Mary Anne Poatsy, Kendall Martin

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A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Todayrsquo;s Student!Technology in Actionengages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media. History of the personal computer, virtual computer tour, blogging, file compression and management, installing RAM, installing a computer network and firewall, PDArsquo;s, computer architecture, creating and improving an Access database, and constructing a simple Web page. For professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge of computer concepts and literacy.

Book details

List price: $154.33
Edition: 5th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 1/2/2008
Binding: Mixed Media
Pages: 736
Size: 7.00" wide x 8.00" long x 0.25" tall
Weight: 0.594
Language: English




Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Literate Technology in Focus: The History of the PC



Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts



Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web s Resources Technology in Focus: Information Technology Ethics



Application Software: Programs that Let You Work and Play



Using System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management Technology in Focus: Computing Alternatives



Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System



Networking and Security: Connecting Computers and Keeping Them Safe From Hackers and Viruses Technology in Focus


Protecting Your Computer and Backing Up Your Data



Mobile Computing: Keeping Your Data on Hand Technology in Focus: Digital Entertainment



Behind the Scenes: A Closer Look at System Hardware Technology in Focus: Careers in IT



Behind the Scenes: Software Programming



Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems



Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security



Behind the Scenes: The Internet: How It Works