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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... PDA ? All computers on which one user is perform- ing just one task at a time require a single- user , single - task operating system . PDAs currently can perform only one task at a time by a single user , so they require sin- gle ...
... PDA ? All computers on which one user is perform- ing just one task at a time require a single- user , single - task operating system . PDAs currently can perform only one task at a time by a single user , so they require sin- gle ...
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... PDA / smartphone to a desktop computer by using a special device called a cradle . Most PDAs / smartphones come with a cradle or sync cable that connects the device to the desktop using a USB port as shown in Figure 8.18 . Internet ...
... PDA / smartphone to a desktop computer by using a special device called a cradle . Most PDAs / smartphones come with a cradle or sync cable that connects the device to the desktop using a USB port as shown in Figure 8.18 . Internet ...
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... Personal digital assistants , see PDAs / smartphones Personal ethics , 146-149 Personal financial software , 175-178 Personal firewalls , see Firewalls Personal information manager ( PIM ) ( software ) , 172 Personal media viewers , 83 ...
... Personal digital assistants , see PDAs / smartphones Personal ethics , 146-149 Personal financial software , 175-178 Personal firewalls , see Firewalls Personal information manager ( PIM ) ( software ) , 172 Personal media viewers , 83 ...
Contents
Contents at a Glance Sixth Edition | 2 |
TECHNOLOGY IN FOCUS | 32 |
The History of the PC | 36 |
Copyright | |
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