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Invitation to Computer ScienceSeventh Edition

G. Michael Schneider, Judith L. Gersting

9781305075771

Introduce your students to a contemporary overview of today’s computer science with this new resource! This flexible, non-language-specific text provides a solid foundation using an algorithm-driven approach that’s ideal for students. Optional online language modules for C++, Java, Python, C#, and Ada correspond seamlessly with this edition and give you the flexibility of incorporating a programming language to expand concepts from the text. This resource includes a wealth of effective visual and hands-on activities that allow your students to master and truly experience the fundamentals of today’s computer science.

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: An Introduction to Computer Science

Chapter 2: Algorithm Discovery and Design

Chapter 3: The Efficiency of Algorithms

Chapter 4: The Building Blocks: Binary Numbers, Boolean Logic, and Gates

Chapter 5: Computer Systems Organization

Chapter 6: An Introduction to System Software and Virtual Machines

Chapter 7: Computer Networks and Cloud Computing

Chapter 8: Information Security

Chapter 9: Intro to High Level Languages

Chapter 10: The Tower of Babel: Multiple Programming Voices

Chapter 11: Compilers and Language Translation

Chapter 12: Models of Computation

Chapter 13: Simulation and Modelling

Chapter 14: Electronic Commerce

Chapter 15: Artificial Intelligence

Chapter 16: Computer Graphics and Entertainment: Movies, Games, and Virtual Communities

Chapter 17: Making Ethical Decisions

Computer Concepts: Illustrated IntroductoryNinth Edition

June Jamrich Parsons, Dan Oja

9781133626169

This resource is designed to help students learn and retain the most relevant and essential information about computers and technology in today’s digital world! This edition has been revised to cover the latest important computing trends and skills, but maintains the pedagogical and streamlined design elements that instructors and students know and love about the Illustrated Series. Ample end of unit exercises provide review, practice, and assessment opportunities.

Table of Contents:

Unit A: Computer and Internet Basics

Unit B: Computer Hardware

Unit C: Computer Software

Unit D: Digital Electronics and File Management

Unit E: Networks and Connecting to the Internet

Unit F: Data Security

Unit G: The Web and E-Commerce

Unit H: Digital Media

Unit I: The Computer Industry and Careers

Discovering ComputersFirst Edition

Misty E. Vermaat

9781285161761

Discovering Computers has been revised to reflect the evolving needs of the concepts portion of an introductory computing course. This exciting new edition maintains many longstanding hallmarks, but is now highly focused on relevancy to provide students only with what they really need to know to be successful digital citizens in school. To better reflect the importance of certain topics in today’s digital world, coverage of enterprise computing, ethics, Internet research skills, mobile computing, operating systems (other than Windows), browsers, security, and Web 2.0 has been expanded and integrated. New critical thinking and problem solving exercises are included in every feature throughout the text, engaging students in regular practice of higher-order thinking skills. In addition, students have more opportunity for hands-on practice with the completely revised end-of-chapter activities.

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: Digital Literacy: Introducing a World of Technology

Chapter 2: The Internet: Accessing, Searching, Sharing, and Communicating

Chapter 3: Computers and Mobile Devices: Evaluating the Possibilities

Chapter 4: Programs and Apps: Using Software at Work, School, and Home

Chapter 5: Digital Safety and Security: Identifying Threats, Issues, and Defenses

Chapter 6: Inside Computers and Mobile Devices: Exploring the Components

Chapter 7: Input and Output: Examining Popular Devices

Chapter 8: Digital Storage: Preserving on Media and on the Cloud

Chapter 9: Operating Systems: Managing, Coordinating, and Monitoring Resources

Chapter 10: Communications and Networks: Sending and Receiving Digital Content

Chapter 11: Information and Data Management: Organizing, Verifying, Maintaining, and Accessing

Chapter 12: Information Systems and Program Development: Designing and Building Solutions

Understanding Computers in a Changing SocietySixth Edition

Deborah Morley

9781285767710

Understanding Computers in a Changing Society gives your students a classic introduction to computer concepts with a modern twist! Known for its emphasis on basic computer concepts and societal issues, this resource makes concepts relevant to today’s career-focused students and has increased emphasis on mobile computing and related issues such as mobile commerce and mobile security.

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: Introduction to the World of Computers

Chapter 2: A Closer Look at Hardware and Software

Chapter 3: The Internet and the World Wide Web

Chapter 4: Network and Internet Security

Chapter 5: Computer Security and Privacy

Chapter 6: Intellectual Property Rights and Ethics

Chapter 7: Health, Access, and the Environment

Chapter 8: Emerging Technologies

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