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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... Computer After reading Chapter 1 , you can see why becoming computer literate is so important . But where do you start ? You've no doubt gleaned ... Computer Computers Are Data-Processing Devices Bits and Bytes: The Language of Computers.
... Computer After reading Chapter 1 , you can see why becoming computer literate is so important . But where do you start ? You've no doubt gleaned ... Computer Computers Are Data-Processing Devices Bits and Bytes: The Language of Computers.
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... Computer 2 are not networked . Only Computer 1 can use the printer unless the printer is discon- nected from Computer 1 and reconnected to Computer 2 . ( b ) Computer 1 and Computer 2 are net- worked . Both comput- ers can use the ...
... Computer 2 are not networked . Only Computer 1 can use the printer unless the printer is discon- nected from Computer 1 and reconnected to Computer 2 . ( b ) Computer 1 and Computer 2 are net- worked . Both comput- ers can use the ...
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... computer . But how exactly does the computer perform all of its tasks ? How does it process the data you input ? In this section , we discuss how the CPU performs its functions - adding , subtracting , moving data around the system ...
... computer . But how exactly does the computer perform all of its tasks ? How does it process the data you input ? In this section , we discuss how the CPU performs its functions - adding , subtracting , moving data around the system ...
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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