Computer Concepts Introductdory - Third Edition

Parsons, June; Oja, Dan

ISBN 10: 0619017325 / ISBN 13: 9780619017323

Published by Course Technology - Thomson Learning, Cambridge, Maryland, 2000

About this Item

Paginated by sections. Index. Includes unopened CD. Contents in Eight Unites (A-H): Essential Concepts, Software and Multimedia, Producdtivity Software, Computer Files and Data Storage, Computer Architectdure, Computer Networks and E-mail, The Inteernet, and Data Security and Control. Plus Glossary. Each Illustrated Series book Features: Highly visual two-page spreads that diagram important skills at a glance. Large, easy-to-read text featuring step-by-step instructions on the left and oversized screen illustratiosn on the right. Tips and troubleshooting advice right where you need it --- next to the step itself. Tables containing quickly accesible summaries of terms or buttons. Clues to Use boxes that expand on lesson topics or explain new concepts. Hands-on approach that is ideal for either instructor-led or self-paced courses.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Computer Concepts Introductdory - Third Edition
• Publisher: Course Technology - Thomson Learning, Cambridge, Maryland
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0619017325
• ISBN 13: 9780619017323
• Binding: Trade Paperback
• Edition: First Printing
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Part of the Illustrated Series, the Third Edition of this popular textbook has been completely updated and re-organized as a result of customer feedback. The quick and visual approach of the text makes it ideal for a short course on Computer Concepts, or as a component of any Introduction to Computers class.

About the Authors

June Parsons purchased her first computer, an Apple II+, in 1981 and quickly became fluent in BASIC, dBASE II, Lotus 123, WordStar, and a variety of accounting programs. The next year she opened a successful small computer retail store with Dan Oja that also offered software instruction to children and adults. Dr. Parsons taught at the university level for more than 20 years. She holds a doctorate in Educational Technology and was certified by the ICCP in 1995. Dr. Parsons began writing and creating educational software for Course Technology in 1992. She contributed to the Windows for Business and Illustrated Series and developed the New Perspectives, e-Course, and Practical series. She works via the Internet with a team of highly skilled media specialists and desktop publishers located in various states and provinces.

Esteemed professionals and respected authors June Parsons and Dan Oja purchased their first computer, an Apple II+, in 1981 and quickly became fluent in BASIC, dBASE II, Lotus 123, WordStar, and a variety of accounting programs. The next year, they opened a successful small computer retail store that offered software instruction to children and adults. With Ms. Parsons, Mr. Oja began writing and creating educational software for Course Technology in 1992. Together they contributed to the leading success of the Windows for Business and Illustrated Series. They also developed the New Perspectives, e-Course, and Practical series. Today's their team of highly skilled media specialists and desktop publishers located in various states and provinces work together via the Internet to deliver exceptional texts.