Technology in Action- IntroductoryThis book was designed to spark reader interest by covering practical concepts that they want to learn (such as setting up a wireless network in their home) while giving background information (such as how networks function) for those interested in exploring topics deeper. This book covers the parts of the computer, tips on using the Internet, application software, system software, networking and security, and mobile computing. For anyone who uses a computer in his or her personal or professional life. |
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... central processing unit ( CPU ) can understand . compiler The program that understands both the syntax of the programming language and the exact structure of the central processing unit ( CPU ) and its machine language . It can " read ...
... central processing unit ( CPU ) can understand . compiler The program that understands both the syntax of the programming language and the exact structure of the central processing unit ( CPU ) and its machine language . It can " read ...
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... central processing unit ( CPU ) CPU usage The percentage of time a central processing unit ( CPU ) is working . cradle Connects a personal digital assistant ( PDA ) to a computer using either a universal serial bus ( USB ) port or a ...
... central processing unit ( CPU ) CPU usage The percentage of time a central processing unit ( CPU ) is working . cradle Connects a personal digital assistant ( PDA ) to a computer using either a universal serial bus ( USB ) port or a ...
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... central processing unit ( CPU ) follows to perform its tasks . machine language Long strings of binary code used by the control unit to set up the hard- ware in the central processing unit ( CPU ) for the rest of the operations it needs ...
... central processing unit ( CPU ) follows to perform its tasks . machine language Long strings of binary code used by the control unit to set up the hard- ware in the central processing unit ( CPU ) for the rest of the operations it needs ...
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