Computer Concepts Basics - Softcover

Pusins, Dolores Wells; Ambrose, Ann

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0538695013 ISBN 13: 9780538695015

Publisher: Course Technology, 2000

Synopsis

Offering a basic introduction to computers, this text covers computer hardware, software, input, applications skills, the Internet and Web page creation, careers, computer ethics and more. Step-by-step instructions along with numerous screen shots and illustrations help readers learn and master essential computer concepts and skills.

About this title

About the Author

Ann Ambrose is Dean of Business, Public Services & Technologies at Tide Water Community College in Portsmouth, Virginia. Her previous positions at the school include: Professor of Business, Director of Continuing Education, and Academic Division Chair of Business, Mathematics, Natural Science and Nursing. In addition, she has authored various publications on computer applications, including IC3 BASICS: Internet and Computing Core Certification. Ann holds a Master of Science degree in Vocational Education/Administration from Virginia Tech.

Review

UNIT 1: COMPUTER BASICS. 1. Understanding Computers and Computer Literacy. 2. The Internet and the World Wide Web. 3. The Internet and Research. 4. How a Computer Processes Data. 5. Input, Output, and Storage. 6. Operating Systems and Software. 7. Networks. UNIT 2: USING THE COMPUTER. 8. Windows and File Management 9. Email and Electronic Communication. 10. Word Processing. 11. Presentation Graphics. 12. Spreadsheets. 13. Databases. 14. Integration Feature. UNIT 3: COMPUTERS AND SOCIETY. 15. Evaluating Electronic Information. 16. Creating a Web Page. 17. Technology, the Workplace, and Society. Appendix: Keyboarding.

Edition details

• Publisher: Course Technology
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0538695013
• ISBN 13: 9780538695015
• Binding: Spiral-bound
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 384