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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... desktop system units , such as the Apple iMac ( see Figure 2.17a ) , house not just the computer's processor and memory , but its monitor as well . No matter the design , every computer - be it a desktop computer or a laptop - has a ...
... desktop system units , such as the Apple iMac ( see Figure 2.17a ) , house not just the computer's processor and memory , but its monitor as well . No matter the design , every computer - be it a desktop computer or a laptop - has a ...
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... desktop ? The very nature of a desktop is that it enables you to customize it to meet your individual needs . As such , the desk- top on your computer may be different from the desktop on your friend's computer . However , most desktops ...
... desktop ? The very nature of a desktop is that it enables you to customize it to meet your individual needs . As such , the desk- top on your computer may be different from the desktop on your friend's computer . However , most desktops ...
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... desktop . How can I see more than one win- dow on my desktop at a time ? You can easily arrange the windows on a desktop by tiling them , which means arranging separate windows so that they sit next to each other either horizontally or ...
... desktop . How can I see more than one win- dow on my desktop at a time ? You can easily arrange the windows on a desktop by tiling them , which means arranging separate windows so that they sit next to each other either horizontally or ...
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