Technology In Action, 16th edition

Alan Evans
, Jonathan Weyers
, Kendall Martin
, Mary Anne Poatsy

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Best-selling Technology in Action Complete uses practical content and hands-on projects to teach you computing tasks and other essential skills that you'll apply at work, in class, and at home. Designed for today's technically savvy students, the text will introduce you to difficult concepts at a basic level early on, then expand upon each new skill as you build mastery.

The 16th Edition includes new coverage on ethics, artificial intelligence and managing a digital lifestyle. You'll also benefit from new features designed to develop your critical thinking skills.

ISBN-13: 9780136874522

Subject: Computer Concepts

Category:

1. The Impact of Technology in a Changing World
2. Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
3. Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources
4. Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play
5. System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management
6. Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System
7. Networking: Connecting Computing Devices
8. Managing Your Digital Lifestyle: Challenges and Ethics
9. Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and Devices
10. Behind the Scenes: Software Programming
11. Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems
12. Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security in the Business World
13. Behind the Scenes: How the Internet Works

Appendices
A. The History of the Personal Computer
B. Careers in IT