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Revised for 2009...
the turquoise and gold Tenth Edition
Dictionary
of Computer and Internet Terms
Douglas Downing, Michael Covington, Melody Mauldin Covington, and Catherine Anne Covington
with the assistance of Sharon Covington
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Quick, what's a URL? Is ASCII the same as ANSI? What does TTYL mean?
And who was Babbage?
Whether you're a complete beginner, a college student, or a seasoned
professional, this book will fill the gaps in your background knowledge
and make computers easy to understand.
Our
goal is to explain,not just define. That is, it's not a
book about words, it's a book about computers. We take half a page or
more to explain every important concept, and we include tables of useful
information, from emoticons to mathematical symbols, ASCII codes, and
even cable connections.
We feel you have a right to know how your computer works, not just how
to use it. Thus we cover not only business software, personal computers,
and the Internet, but also such fundamentals as computer architecture
and binary arithmetic. We cover numerous programming languages and give
sample programs.
Computing is a human activity, not just a branch of technology. Accordingly,
we cover key concepts of computer law, ethics, and even humor, as well
as the lively, ever-changing world of the Internet and World Wide Web.
Continuously in print with frequent revisions since 1986, this is by
far our most popular book. You can order it online
or find it at any good bookstore.
Ordering Information:
- Order 2009 (turquoise and gold) edition from the publisher
- Order 2009 (turquoise and gold) edition from Amazon.com (in the USA)
- Order 2009 (turquoise and gold) edition from Amazon.Co.UK (in Britain)
NOTE: Amazon may offer you used copies of older editions. Check edition carefully when purchasing secondhand.
- Order 2006 (red and gold) edition from the publisher
- Order 2006 (red and gold) edition from Amazon.com (in the USA)
- Order 2006 (red and gold) edition from Amazon.Co.UK (in Britain)
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Publisher: Barron's Educational Series, Inc.
Authors' web pages:
Douglas Downing
Melody Covington
Michael Covington
Catherine Anne Covington
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