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 format.
New to This Edition
NEW - Thoroughly revised and updated coverage throughout.
* Up-to-date textbook eliminates redundancy across chapters, and serves instructors and students with a book that is ready for the challenge of a diversified classroom-without sacrificing quality, integrity, or choice.
FEATURES:
* NEW - Thoroughly revised and updated coverage throughout.
o Up-to-date textbook eliminates redundancy across chapters, and serves instructors and students with a book that is ready for the challenge of a diversified classroom-without sacrificing quality, integrity, or choice.
* Visually stimulating Spotlight features-e.g., emerging technologies; buying and upgrading your computer system; and file management.
o Highlights innovative thinking in each subject area with "bites" of computer content.
* 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.
