COMPUTI

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FEATURE SUMMARY• APPROACH: Concise, streamlined approach to

fundamental computing issues.

• THEME of RELEVANCE: Highlights the relevance of current, essential topics for better student understanding.

• REMEMBER the "E-BOXs"! Environment, Ethics, and Exploration boxes for enhanced student learning.

• STUDENT RELEVANCE: "Careers in IT" section at the end of each chapter provide information on a variety of positions in the IT industry.

• CURRENT INFORMATION AND FUTURE DIRECTION: "A Look to the Future" section at the end of each chapter to engage students with emerging technologies.

THE O’LEARY WEB SITE

www.computing-2012.com

PREFACE

…………………………………………………………Times are changing, technology is changing, and this

text ischanging too. As students of today, you are different

from thoseof yesterday. You put much effort toward the things

that interestyou and the things that are relevant to

you…………………………………………………………………….

TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Information Technology, the Internet, and You

2. The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce

3. Basic Application Software

4. Specialized Application Software

5. System Software

6. The System Unit

7. Input and Output

8. Secondary Storage

9. Communications and Networks

10. Privacy, Security, and Ethics

11. Your Future and Information Technology

SAMPLE CHAPTER

Chapter 1

Information Technology, the Internet, and You

CHAPTER 5

System SoftwareSample Content : Mobile

Phone Operating Systems

CHAPTER 6 : SAMPLE CONTENT For microcomputers, there are

six basic types :

CHAPTER 6 : SAMPLE CONTENT

CHAPTER 10Privacy, Security, and EthicsSample Content : PeopleEffective implementation of computer

technology involves maximizing its positive effects while minimizing its negative effects. The most significant concerns are

• Privacy• Accuracy• Property• Access

CHAPTER 11

Your Future and Information Technology

Sample Content : How You Can Be a Winner

• Stay Current• Maintain Your Computer Competency• Develop Professional Contacts• Develop Specialties• Be Alert for Organizational Change• Look for Innovative Opportunities