Discovering Computers 2003: Complete Concepts and Techniques
暫譯: 探索電腦 2003：完整概念與技術

Table of Contents

• Chapter 1: Introduction to Computers
  Special Feature: Timeline 2002: Milestones in Computer History
• Chapter 2: The Internet and World Wide Web
  Special Feature: Guide to World Wide Web Sites and Searching Techniques
• Chapter 3: Application Software
• Chapter 4: The Components of the System Unit
• Chapter 5: Input
• Chapter 6: Output
  Special Feature: Multimedia a Virtual Experience
• Chapter 7: Storage
• Chapter 8: Operating Systems and Utility Programs
  Special Feature: Buyers Guide 2003: How to Purchase, Install, and Maintain a Personal Computer
• Chapter 9: Communications and Networks
  Special Feature: A World Without Wires
• Chapter 10: E-Commerce: A Revolution in the Way We Do Business
• Chapter 11: Computers and Society: Home, Work, and Ethical Issues
• Chapter 12: Computers and Society: Security and Privacy
• Chapter 13: Databases and Information Management
• Chapter 14: Information Systems Development
• Chapter 15: Program Development and Programming Languages
• Chapter 16: Computer Careers and Certification
  Special Feature: Trends 2003: A Look to the Future

Features

• Every chapter and special feature updated to reflect latest technology.
• All new screen shots show the latest applications, including Windows XP and Internet Explorer 6.
• Emphasizes the impact of the Internet and the global community on computers and computer technology.
• Extensive coverage of e-commerce, computers and society, and careers and certification.
• Key Terms divided into Primary and Secondary sections. Primary terms are for majors and non-majors. Secondary terms are for majors.
• Integrates use of the World Wide Web through an innovative Web site: www.scsite.com/dc2003.
• Comprehensive set of Teaching Tools includes all the teaching aids needed to present an effective and thought provoking class.
• New Pre-test/Post-test on Teaching Tools CD lets instructors or department heads determine whether students are learning material.
• Offers unparalleled Online content delivered through MyCourse.com, WebCT, and BlackBoard for use in traditional settings and distance learning courses.
• Available in three versions--Brief, Introductory, and Complete--providing the right coverage for every class.