Introduction to Computers (Special Indian Edition)
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PETER NORTON
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Summary:
Introduction to Computers (Special Indian Edition)
A trusted name in Information Technology, Peter Norton has been synonymous with computers for nearly two decades. The unparalleled success of this series has led to the Indian Adaptation of the 6th Edition of the trilogy that includes Computing Fundamentals and Essential Concepts. It has brought together what can only be described as some of the leading educating resources for faculty and students alike. Updated: New chapter on Information Security - critical to today’s systems and the Internet; New coverage of database management systems including overviews of Oracle, IBM DB2, mySQL and Microsoft SQL Server; Expanded coverage of Networking and Internet technologies. Key Features: Web integrated text and a new design with enhanced illustrations; Self-check questions with answers Norton Online Notes; Norton Notebooks, Productivity Tips, Computers In Your Career and At Issue articles; End-of-Chapter material including Lesson Quizzes, Internet Labs, Ethical Questions and Research and Report Activities.-------------------------------------**GENERAL SUPPLEMENT - Multiple-choice Quiz, Internet Exercises, Online Topics and Appendices.**-------------------------------------**REST SUPPLEMENT - Instructor`s Manual,PowerPoint slides,End of Chapter Solutions.**
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introducing Computer Systems
Lesson 1A: Exploring Computers and Their Uses
Lesson 1B: Looking Inside the Computer System
Chapter 2: Interacting With Your Computer
Lesson 2A: Using the Keyboard and Mouse
Lesson 2B: Inputting Data in Other Ways
Chapter 3: Seeing, Hearing, and Printing Data
Lesson 3A: Video and Sound
Lesson 3B: Printing
Chapter 4: Processing Data
Lesson 4A: Transforming Data Into Information
Lesson 4B: Modern CPUs
Chapter 5: Storing Data
Lesson 5A: Types of Storage Devices
Lesson 5B: Measuring and Improving Drive Performance
Chapter 6: Using Operating Systems
Lesson 6A: Operating System Basics
Lesson 6B: Survey of PC and Network Operating Systems
Chapter 7: Networks
Lesson 7A: Networking Basics
Lesson 79B: Data Communications
Chapter 8: Presenting the Internet
Lesson 8A: Internet and the World
Lesson 8B: E-Mail and Other Internet Services
Chapter 9: Working in the Online World
Lesson 9A: Connecting to the Internet
Lesson 9B: Doing Business in the Online World
Chapter 10: Working with Application Software
Lesson 10A: Productivity Software
Lesson 10B: Graphics and Multimedia
Chapter 11: Database Management
Lesson 11A: Database Management Systems
Lesson 11B: Survey of Database Systems
Chapter 12: Software Programming and Development
Lesson 12A: Creating Computer Programs
Lesson 12B: Programming Languages and the Programming Process
Chapter 13: Protecting Your Privacy, Your Computer, and Your Data
Lesson 13A: Understanding the Need for Security Measures
13B: Taking Protective Measures
Appendix A: Creating Your Own Web Page
Appendix B: Buying Your First Computer
Appendix C: Computer Viruses
Appendix D: History of Microcomputers
Appendix E: Self-Checks Answers
Glossary
Index
Image Credits.