This 4-colour text aims to introduce novices to the basic concepts of computing in a provocative and accessible way. The text begins with a concise discussion of the computer, hardware and software, before moving on to applications such as desktop publishing, graphics, and communications. The book concludes with a chapter on ethics and social issues. "Personal Cases" open each chapter to motivate the topic and place the subject matter in a context that the student can relate to. The case is developed throughout each chapter and is used as a basis for analysis in sections at the end of each chapter. The result is designed to be greater involvement for the student and motivation to move on in his or her study of computing. This book should be of interest to students taking introductory courses in microcomputers, computer literacy, computer concepts or microcomputer concepts courses.
- ISBN10 0534175384
- ISBN13 9780534175382
- Publish Date 1 January 1992
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 16 July 1999
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Cengage Learning, Inc
- Imprint Wadsworth Publishing Co Inc
- Format Paperback
- Pages 256
- Language English