Computer Applications Basics (Fifth Edition)

Author: Fan Xiaozhong, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: This is the fifth edition, consisting of 11 chapters. It first introduces fundamental knowledge such as the information society, computer culture, encoding representation of various data, computer hardware systems, software systems, architecture, working principles, and related new devices and advanced technologies. Then, it elaborates on microcomputer operating systems and common operation methods in detail, based on Windows XP. It discusses the usage of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint based on Office 2002 and briefly introduces the new features of Office XP. It also includes common knowledge of multimedia technology, data communication and computer networks, computer security, and ethical norms in the information age, as well as basic knowledge of programming. To broaden readers' knowledge and assist young students in employment, it briefly introduces the fundamentals of databases and data structures. Each chapter is accompanied by exercises. The layout is suitable for teaching, the content is rich, the depth is appropriate, the practicality is strong, and it is easy to self-study. It can be used as a textbook for computer foundation courses in higher vocational colleges, a reference book for information curriculum teaching in primary and secondary schools, and is also suitable for managers and science and technology personnel in other fields.