Computer terminology is constantly expanding, and the brand-new edition of this dictionary has been updated to keep pace with the latest important innovations in computer science and technology. Emphasis is on helpful information for non-technical home computer users. The book presents more than 3,200 computer-related terms with clear and succinct definitions. Revised features include up-to-date information on Windows Vista, networking, data storage, video, computer security and ethics, and personal computer hardware. Tables, charts, graphs, photos, and line illustrations.
Amazon.com Review With 1,800 definitions and an abundance of Internet and online terms, this dictionary is perfect for new and intermediate computer users. The entries range from basic to advanced computer terminology and include historical terms and software concepts. The reference even defines and illustrates concepts and terminology for several graphics applications. This pocket-sized dictionary is packed with illustrations, charts, and examples and the comprehensive cross-referencing and clear language make it easy to use. Off- the-shelf software users will find this guide particularly useful.
Author(s): Douglas Downing Ph.D., Michael Covington Ph.D., Melody Maudlin Covington, Catherine Anne Covington
Series: Barron's business guides
Edition: 10th ed
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
Year: 2009
Language: English
Pages: 561
City: Hauppauge, NY
Cover Page ......Page 1
Title Page ......Page 2
About The Authors ......Page 3
Contents ......Page 4
To The Reader ......Page 5
Numbers ......Page 8
Greek Letters ......Page 12
A ......Page 14
B ......Page 45
C ......Page 78
D ......Page 131
E ......Page 166
F ......Page 192
G ......Page 218
H ......Page 230
I ......Page 249
J ......Page 271
K ......Page 279
L ......Page 283
M ......Page 303
N ......Page 329
O ......Page 343
P ......Page 356
Q ......Page 396
R ......Page 399
S ......Page 428
T ......Page 475
U ......Page 505
V ......Page 517
W ......Page 528
X ......Page 545
Y ......Page 550
Z ......Page 552
Visual Dictionary Of Characters And Symbols ......Page 553
