Overview

KEY BENEFITS: Computers Are Your Future provides extensive technology reference without being overwhelming. Extensive images paired with a definition-driven format supply the reader with a practical approach to computers. KEY TOPICS: Includes chapters and highlights on computer ethics, internet, e-commerce, system and application software, systems analysis and design. Contains an acronym finder and Concept Tips at the end of each chapter. MARKET: Ideal for students and professionals seeking a comprehensive computer technology reference

Full Product Details

Author:   Catherine Laberta
Publisher:   Pearson Education (US)
Imprint:   Pearson
Edition:   12th edition
Dimensions:   Width: 22.10cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 27.80cm
Weight:   0.980kg
ISBN:  

9780132545181

ISBN 10:   0132545187
Pages:   504
Publication Date:   30 December 2011
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Mixed media product
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock.

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For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office. Engages students with a refreshing and easy to learn from style, while maintaining an encyclopedic approach and popular magazine-style format. Today's students want a practical what it is and how it works approach to computers and computing, with less explanation of when and why. Computers Are Your Future serves as a valuable computer technology reference tool without being overwhelming or intimidating. NEW! Videos - Short Flash animations were created to explain key concepts in many chapters. NEW! Fast Forward element added to each chapter to address emerging technologies. NEW! How-to feature added to each chapter, providing students with a hands-on exercise related to the information taught in the chapter. NEW! Facebook page is now available for the text. Green Tech Tips - Sidebars with tips, suggestions, and new ways to stay ecologically friendly. o This is the first computer concepts book to incorporate this feature. EthicsBoxes - Sidebars posing What would you do? questions to provoke discussions. o Stimulate ethical discussions in class. Visually stimulating Spotlight features-Emerging Technologies, Buying and Upgrading Your Computer System, and File Management. o Highlights innovative thinking in each subject area with bites of computer content. o NEW! Spotlight on Cloud Computing Currents boxes throughout-Includes Technology Debates and Milestones, Security Careers, Ethics, Privacy, Piracy, Communication, and Wireless Technology. o Examines issues in computing as well as cutting-edge computer technology to show students what is going to change the face of computing by the time they become professionals. Impacts boxes-Illustrate chapter-by-chapter insights on thought-provoking cultural and societal implications of computing. o Stimulate class discussion or team debates on all aspects of the impact technology is having on life today. Extensive end-of-chapter material. o Provides students with substantial review including multiple choice, matching, fill-in, and short answer questions, as well as exercises and Web Research projects.

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Catherine LaBerta is a Full Professor in the Computer Science/Mathematics Department at Erie Community College in Buffalo, NY. She is also an adjunct professor at SUNY-Buffalo. Catherine teaches courses that range from Intro to Computers to Programming in C++ to Web Development. Originally a math major, Catherine took additional courses in computers and programming and found a field that clicked for her. She enjoys the constant changes in the computer and related fields as it forces one to keep up and constantly learn. Not a total book worm, she loves skiing in Purgatory, CO, one of her favorite spots. She also enjoys boating-especially schooner trips off the coast of Maine- and will always be working on that golf game.

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