Understanding Computers: Today and TomorrowGive your students a classic, well-rounded introduction to computer concepts with a modern twist! Known for its readability and breadth of topics covered, Understanding Computers: Today and Tomorrow will ensure that students have the comprehensive, current knowledge of computer concepts and issues needed to succeed in our technocentric society. This 11th Edition offers exciting new features and updates to make its content more approachable and meaningful to students. |
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... look at the contents of a PC . File Management Programs File management programs allow you to perform such file management tasks as format- ting a disk ; looking at the contents of a storage medium ; and copying , moving , deleting ...
... look at the contents of a PC . File Management Programs File management programs allow you to perform such file management tasks as format- ting a disk ; looking at the contents of a storage medium ; and copying , moving , deleting ...
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... look at the difference between system software and application software , this chapter examines the operating system , the primary component of system software . Here we discuss what operating systems do and explore the most widely used ...
... look at the difference between system software and application software , this chapter examines the operating system , the primary component of system software . Here we discuss what operating systems do and explore the most widely used ...
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... look at some characteristics of application software in general . Then we take a look at five of the most widely used types of application software programs : word processing , spreadsheet database , presentation graphics , and graphics ...
... look at some characteristics of application software in general . Then we take a look at five of the most widely used types of application software programs : word processing , spreadsheet database , presentation graphics , and graphics ...
Contents
IN THIS MODULE | 4 |
Guide to Buying a PC R10 | 10 |
Summary 212 | 19 |
Copyright | |
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