Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms (Barron's Business Guides)

Downing Ph.D., Douglas; Covington Ph.D., Michael; Covington, Melody

ISBN 10: 0764134175 / ISBN 13: 9780764134173

Published by Barron's Educational Series, Inc. (edition 9th), 2006

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The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms (Barron's Business Guides)
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series, Inc. (edition 9th)
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764134175
• ISBN 13: 9780764134173
• Binding: Vinyl Bound
• Edition: 9th.
• Condition: Fair

About this title

Synopsis

More than 2,500 key terms related to computer science, the Internet, and the IT industry are defined and explained in this up-to-date, A-to-Z dictionary. Extensive coverage is given to latest advances in digital photography and audio, recently developed computer hardware, virus protection, Internet culture, and much more. Here is handy, at-your-fingertips information that is useful to everybody who owns a computer.

Review

With 1,800 definitions and an abundance of Internet and online terms, this dictionary is perfect for new and intermediate computer users. The entries range from basic to advanced computer terminology and include historical terms and software concepts. The reference even defines and illustrates concepts and terminology for several graphics applications. This pocket-sized dictionary is packed with illustrations, charts, and examples and the comprehensive cross-referencing and clear language make it easy to use. Off- the-shelf software users will find this guide particularly useful.