The Layman's Guide to Computers, the Internet, and Everything: A guide to the information technology in your home

Manning, Mr Ian Mr Ian Manning,

ISBN 10: 1500579408 / ISBN 13: 9781500579401

Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Layman's Guide to Computers, the Internet, and Everything: A guide to the information technology in your home
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1500579408
• ISBN 13: 9781500579401
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Would you like to know more about the information technology in your home and in your pocket? Have you always been curious about how the internet works? Would you like to be better equipped to deal with problems that may arise with your computing devices? If so, this book is for you. It provides a ground-up introduction to the information technology used by millions of people every day, providing the reader with a clear understanding of: - the anatomy of a computer - how computers “boot up” and run programs - how networks allow computers to communicate with each other - how the internet works - the worldwide web - how emails reach their destination - portable computing devices such as smartphones and tablets - security issues, and how to protect yourself on the internet - what makes computers run slowly, and what you can do to prevent it. Important concepts are described in an easily readable way, leaving the reader with an excellent understanding of the most important concepts behind the information technology that they use every day.

About the Author

Ian Manning is a former software developer, technical architect, software development project manager and IT director. His career included spells at a number of major companies over a 35 year period, including BT, JP Morgan and Digital as well as a number of smaller companies. A technology enthusiast, Ian has built a broad and deep knowledge of Information Technology over the years, in both corporate and domestic environments. He has also retained hands-on skills in the deployment and maintenance of home computing and networking solutions.