Dictionary of Computer and Internet Words: An A to Z Guide to Hardware, Software, and Cyberspace - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0618101373 ISBN 13: 9780618101375

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin, 2001

Synopsis

Provides hundreds of new, fully explained entries without technical jargon, in a resource designed to be used as a translator for computer manuals, help files, websites, and technical articles. Reprint.

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About the Author

The Editors of the American Heritage Dictionaries and of other reference titles published by Houghton Mifflin Company are trained lexicographers with a varied array of interests and expertise. Most of the editors hold graduate degrees and have studied at least one foreign language. Several have degrees in linguistics or in the history of the English language. Others have degrees in science or sometimes other disciplines. All the editors familiarize themselves with the vocabulary in specific subject areas, collect materials on new developments and usage, and work in association with consultants to ensure that the content of our publications is as accurate and as up-to-date as possible.

From the Back Cover

The Essential Reference for Every Computer and Internet User

Browse the Dictionary of Computer and Internet Words before you browse the Internet. Look inside for precise, thorough definitions for the core vocabulary of today's technology. Whether you use a PC or a Mac, you will find everything you need in order to understand hardware, software, and cyberspace.

precise, easy to understand definitions that are free of unnecessary technical jargon abbreviations and acronyms defined and explained informative tables and illustrations extensive cross-references that connect related concepts

Edition details

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0618101373
• ISBN 13: 9780618101375
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 298
• Editor: American Heritage Publishing Company