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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... FIGURE 5 Personal Computer Development Around the time Apple was experiencing success with its computers , a number ... shown in Figure 6 , and Tandy RadioShack's TRS - 80 , shown in Figure 7. Commodore introduced the PET in January 1977 ...
... FIGURE 5 Personal Computer Development Around the time Apple was experiencing success with its computers , a number ... shown in Figure 6 , and Tandy RadioShack's TRS - 80 , shown in Figure 7. Commodore introduced the PET in January 1977 ...
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... FIGURE 17 The Analytical Engine , designed by Charles Babbage. ( shown in Figure 13 ) , the computer included a word processor , based on the What You See Is What You Get ( WYSIWYG ) principle , that was a file management system with ...
... FIGURE 17 The Analytical Engine , designed by Charles Babbage. ( shown in Figure 13 ) , the computer included a word processor , based on the What You See Is What You Get ( WYSIWYG ) principle , that was a file management system with ...
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... FIGURE 16 Keeping the Mac OS up to date with the latest software fixes and patches greatly decreases your chances of ... shown in Figure 17. It shows what programs ( processes ) are cur- rently running and how much memory they're using ...
... FIGURE 16 Keeping the Mac OS up to date with the latest software fixes and patches greatly decreases your chances of ... shown in Figure 17. It shows what programs ( processes ) are cur- rently running and how much memory they're using ...
Contents
Contents at a Glance Sixth Edition | 2 |
TECHNOLOGY IN FOCUS | 32 |
The History of the PC | 36 |
Copyright | |
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