Technology in ActionIn today's technological age, computer literacy is important for everyone, and now learning the basics is easier than ever. A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today's Student! Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media. The sixth edition has been updated to reflect the latest developments in computer technology. New interactive learning tools have also been added to enhance student engagement. Student CD is included with every text, containing:
With an array of fun and engaging learning tools, Technology in Action teaches students computer fundamentals, from learning Microsoft Office to setting up their own home network. |
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... personal computer ( see Figure 1 ) . For just $ 395 for a do - it - yourself kit or $ 498 for a fully assembled unit ( about $ 1,000 in today's dollars ) , the price was rea- sonable enough so that computer fanatics could finally own ...
... personal computer ( see Figure 1 ) . For just $ 395 for a do - it - yourself kit or $ 498 for a fully assembled unit ( about $ 1,000 in today's dollars ) , the price was rea- sonable enough so that computer fanatics could finally own ...
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... personal computer . It weighed a whopping 24.5 pounds and contained just 64 KB of memory . called the Executive , reduced sales of the Osborne significantly , and the Osborne Company eventually closed . Compaq bought the Osborne design ...
... personal computer . It weighed a whopping 24.5 pounds and contained just 64 KB of memory . called the Executive , reduced sales of the Osborne significantly , and the Osborne Company eventually closed . Compaq bought the Osborne design ...
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... computer to use. FIGURE 11 The Software Application instant success , it was also one of the main reasons for the rapid increase in PC sales . Inclusion of floppy disk drives in personal computers not only facilitated the storage of ...
... computer to use. FIGURE 11 The Software Application instant success , it was also one of the main reasons for the rapid increase in PC sales . Inclusion of floppy disk drives in personal computers not only facilitated the storage of ...
Contents
Contents at a Glance Sixth Edition | 2 |
TECHNOLOGY IN FOCUS | 32 |
The History of the PC | 36 |
Copyright | |
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Go!: Technology in Action Alan D. Evans,Kendall E. Martin,Mary Anne Poatsy No preview available - 2009 |
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