Introduction to the Internet for Engineers and Computer Scientists

Scott D. James

ISBN 10: 0138566917 / ISBN 13: 9780138566913

Published by Prentice-Hall, 1997

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pp. 121 1st Edition.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to the Internet for Engineers and Computer Scientists
• Publisher: Prentice-Hall
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0138566917
• ISBN 13: 9780138566913
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Used

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Synopsis

For engineers and computer scientists, this introduction to the Internet discusses the services available and how to use them effectively. It explores a range of important topics such as mailing lists, e-mail, FTP, HTML, JAVA, IRC and TCP/IP.

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Key Benefit: Covers Internet basics for engineers and computer scientists, while anticipating the interests of these sophisticated users. The book presents services available on the Internet and how to use them effectively. Among these are access to timely data, maintaining contact with colleagues, and the ability to use specific types of software. Key Topics: Discusses a wide range of important topics, including e-mail; mailing lists; FTP; HTML; JAVA; IRC; and TCP/IP. After presenting a concept, the book provides a quick example of that particular tool or resource in use. Each chapter is prefaced with a spotlight on some area in which science and/or engineering has been applied to solve a current problem. Market: A valuable reference for scientists and engineers as well as all other sophisticated users of the Internet.