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Computing in the Information Age Nancy B. Stern

Computing in the Information Age By Nancy B. Stern

Computing in the Information Age by Nancy B. Stern


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Summary

This accessible introduction to computing is appropriate to both science and liberal arts students, as it includes many examples of computer applications to issues of social and environmental concern. This edition addresses the latest hardware, software and networking products.

Computing in the Information Age Summary

Computing in the Information Age by Nancy B. Stern

Computing in the Information Age 2E is written for people with little or no background in Computing. The objective of this book is to explain computing today in a clear and meaningful way and to focus on those concepts likely to have the greatest impact as we approach the next century and the next phase of the information revolution. The unique applicability of computers to business and to life is demonstrated, the advantage gained by knowing how and when to use computers, and the potential of computers to enrich our life.

About Nancy B. Stern

Nancy B. Stern is the author of Computing in the Information Age, 2nd Edition, published by Wiley. Robert A. Stern is the author of Computing in the Information Age, 2nd Edition, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

THE BASICS. The Basics of Computing: Hardware, Software, Connectivity, and People. From Micros to Mammoths. Using Prodcutivity Tools. HARDWARE ADVANCES THE INFORMATION AGE. Computer Processing. Input and Output: From Applications to Hardware. Secondary Storage Devices. SOFTWARE DRIVES THE INFORMATION AGE. Application Packages: Beyond Basic Productivity Tools. Developing Custom Software. Systems Software. CONNECTIVITY UNITES THE INFORMATION AGE. Connectivity, Networks, and The Information Superhighway. PEOPLE POWER MAKES THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE. Systems Analysis and Design. Database Management Information Systems. Social Issuses in Computing. Appendix. Glossary. Index.

Additional information

GOR001899497
9780471110613
0471110612
Computing in the Information Age by Nancy B. Stern
Used - Very Good
Paperback
John Wiley & Sons Inc
1995-10-31
528
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