Computer Professional English

Author: (USA) O'Leary
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This edition focuses on providing practical explanations related to fundamental concepts, real-world images corresponding to actual devices, and guiding readers into understanding and mastering concepts and processes through real-world cases. The book consists of 10 parts and several appendices, with main content including: Information Technology and the Internet, introducing basic knowledge of system software and application software, as well as computer types and microcomputer hardware; Application Software, covering the practical application of software, browsers, word processing software, spreadsheet software, database management systems, presentation graphics, and practical/integrated software packages; System Software, including operating systems, Windows devices, device drivers, and language compilers; System Components, including electronic data and instruction units, system motherboards, microprocessors, memory, system clocks, expansion slots/cards, buses, ports, and cables; Input and Output; Secondary Storage; Internet Connections, Wireless Transformation, and Communication, including communication channels, connecting devices, data transmission, network system structures, and network types; The Internet, networks and e-commerce; Privacy, Security, Ergonomics, Modern Technology and the Environment; Future Information Technology. The book contains numerous illustrations to explain the composition and structure of computers and various devices, making technologies, concepts, and terms clear at a glance. Each chapter includes a list of key vocabulary and terms with page references, as well as exercises, discussion questions, online activities, and comprehensive illustration summaries. The book is rich in content, fresh in perspective, and written in standardized, fluent language, covering computer-related terms and terminology with a modern touch. It comes with two original multimedia CDs, which are highly beneficial for students in mastering computer-related English vocabulary.