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Discovering Computers 2006: A Gateway to Information, Complete (Shelly Cashman Series)
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Manufacturer: Course Technology
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 004
EAN: 9780619255466
ISBN: 0619255463
Label: Course Technology
Manufacturer: Course Technology
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 920
Publication Date: 2005-02-16
Publisher: Course Technology
Studio: Course Technology
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Provides current and thorough introduction to computers by integrating usage of the World Wide Web with the printed text. This text offers a complete solution to successfully teach students basic computer concepts with new exercises, case studies, and online tools on the Companion Web site. For the past three decades, the Shelly Cashman Series® has effectively introduced computers to millions of students-consistently providing the highest quality, most up-to-date, and innovative materials in computer education.
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Summary: Discovering Computers Review
Comment: Good book for learning the basics of computer such as hardware, software, and input/output devices, etc.
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Summary: Discovering Computers 2007
Comment: I used this book when I was teaching junior high computer literacy; that was five years ago and even then it got rave reviews from the students AND parents. While some of the verbiage was a bit complicated for junior high age, I just directed them to skip certain sections. The pictures and explanations continue to be excellent--certainly, the best book I reviewed on the subject.
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Summary: A great starter book for High School
Comment: Great book that summarizes ICT related information for High School computer courses.
Useful as a written resource for both students and teachers, and for teachers trying to help students look for resources beyond Wikipedia...
Basic information only, but covers a lot of ground. The best 'beginners' textbook that I have come across and used.
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Summary: A Solid Foundation in Computer Concepts
Comment: i received a b.s. in mgt/mis in the 80s and recently took a self-paced community college course that used this as a textbook as part of a 2nd degree program i am pursuing. i wanted to refresh/update my knowledge in the field.
this is a comprehensive overview of computers presented in a clear way with wonderful study aids. i particularly enjoyed the programming, enterprise systems, and networking chapters. it also covers career fields within IT. what really makes this book outstanding is the website that comes with it. at the end of each chapter are tests and tutorials which you can do online. the labs are excellent and i loved the one on chapter 4 which explained the guts of the computer and then had you build one! it had you draw a network diagram and assign ip addresses. these types of tutorials really help "lock in" the subject matter. students today have the best tools to learn. i wish i had this 20 years ago!!
i recommend this book to anyone interested in learning about/brushing up on computer skills. for folks out of school, this is a great way to get the lingo.
to check out the online version go to [...]. each chapter is summarized on this site with a wealth of information to learn and explore.
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Summary: Technology Education
Comment: This is an interesting book to start your knowledge on the Technology field. However, in comparison with other sources
(i.e. The Hardware Bible) it does not have the broadness on
certain subjects.Overall this title is excellent when you want to start in the technology of communications.
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