Computers: Information Technology in Perspective (9th Edition) - Softcover

Long, Larry; Long, Nancy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130929808 ISBN 13: 9780130929808

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2002

Synopsis

Designed to accommodate the computer competency needs of readers from a broad spectrum of disciplines and interests, this best-selling book/supplements package provides an exceptionally well-illustrated overview of computing concepts and IT applications. It strikes a good balance between efficient presentation and interesting content, containing topics critical to general information technology competency and providing understanding that is applicable today and in the future. Chapter topics include the technology revolution, software, inside the computer, storing and retrieving information, information input and output, networks and networking, going online, exploring the Cyberworld, IT ethics and healthy computing, personal computing, information systems, developing business information systems, and technology and society. For anyone who wants to advance their personal computing experience and skills, and individuals considering careers as IT specialists.

About this title

About the Author

Dr. Larry Long and Dr. Nancy Long have written more than 30 books, which have been used in hundreds of colleges throughout the world. Larry is a lecturer, author, consultant, and educator in the information technology fields. He has served as a consultant to all levels of management in virtually every major type of industry. He has over 25 years of classroom experience at IBM, the University of Oklahoma, Lehigh University, and the University of Arkansas. Nancy has teaching and administrative experience at all levels of education.

From the Back Cover

Computers are one of the most exciting topics in our lives today; they headline almost every newspaper, have dozens of magazines dedicated to them, and they stock the shelves of more retailers than you could possibly shop in a lifetime.

GET READY...

With Long & Longs Computers, Ninth Edition, you won't just read about computers, you will jump in to how to use computers with the very first section called "Getting Started."

Through countless learning tools and special IT Ethics and Issues boxes that highlight the "trendiest" topics in Computer Concepts, you will encounter the realities of what computers can do today and what they may be capable of in the years to come.

This book also has numerous in-text resources to make sure you understand the chapter information that is most important to you in your life and on the exam!

GET SET...

You will actively experience computers, not just read about them, with Long & Longs Computers, Ninth Edition. The Companion Web Site and Prentice Hall's Explore Generation IT Labs will afford you the most current and interactive tools available in your quest towards computer fluency.Internet Exercises, an Interactive Study Guide, and Monthly Technology Updates are just a few of the tools that you will encounter on this site.

The Explore Generation IT Labs present an interactive look into the world of computer concepts. The 12 labs are delivered both on the Web and on CD-ROM, allowing you to access them in the classroom, the dorm, at home, or anywhere you have access to a computer and/or the Internet.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0130929808
• ISBN 13: 9780130929808
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 544