For introductory courses in computer concepts, digital literacy, or computer literacy, often including instruction in Microsoft Office.
Using technology to teach technology
Explore, discover, and experience technology with Technology in Action, the best seller that uses technology to teach technology. Authors Evans, Martin, and Poatsy know how students learn today and help them focus on tasks that they can apply immediately in the workplace, the classroom, and at home. The 15th Edition is a timely and essential update of everything students need to know about computer concepts. Through practical content and hands-on projects, it provides an engaging learning experience from one chapter to the next.
Using technology to teach technology
Explore, discover, and experience technology with Technology in Action, the best seller that uses technology to teach technology. Authors Evans, Martin, and Poatsy know how students learn today and help them focus on tasks that they can apply immediately in the workplace, the classroom, and at home. The 15th Edition is a timely and essential update of everything students need to know about computer concepts. Through practical content and hands-on projects, it provides an engaging learning experience from one chapter to the next.
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1. The Impact of Technology in a Changing World
2. Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
3. Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources
4. Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play
5. System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management
6. Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System
7. Networking: Connecting Computing Devices
8. Managing a Digital Lifestyle: Media and Ethics
9. Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and Devices
10. Behind the Scenes: Software Programming
11. Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems
12. Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security in the Business World
13. Behind the Scenes: How the Internet Works
Appendix A. The History of the Personal Computer
Appendix B. Careers in IT
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Product details
ISBN
9781292311883
Published
2019-08-19
Edition
15. edition
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited
Weight
1270 gr
Height
275 mm
Width
215 mm
Thickness
20 mm
Age
05, U
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Number of pages
648