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Sommario
1. Using Technology to Change the World
2. Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
3. Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web’s Resources
4. Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play
5. System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management
6. Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System
7. Networking: Connecting Computing Devices
8. Digital Devices and Media: Managing a Digital Lifestyle
9. Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and Devices
10. Behind the Scenes: Software Programming
11. Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems
12. Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security in the Business World
13. Behind the Scenes: How the Internet Works
Riassunto
For introductory courses in computer concepts, digital literacy, or computer literacy, often including instruction in Microsoft Office.
Explore, discover, and experience technology with the immersive and adaptive Technology in Action–the book that uses technology to teach technology! Technology in Action is a learning system that pushes the envelope of what is possible in technology, and what is helpful in teaching. It is a system that fits the way students are learning today.
MyITLab not included. Students, if MyITLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MyITLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.
Also available with MyITLab
MyITLab® for Technology in Action is a fully integrated system that provides a seamless learning experience. It contains all of the media assets, assessments, instructor resources, and the fully interactive Enhanced eBookallows for a continuous flow of learning. Students don’t have to stop reading to go find the activities such as Helpdesks, SoundBytes, and Replay Videos–they just click on them and immediately experience the activity. Once they work through the content and activities of a chapter, they take the chapter quiz in MyITLab and their grade is recorded in the Gradebook. In addition, adaptive Dynamic Study Modules, created specifically for Technology in Action, Twelfth Edition, provide students with personalized review based on their strengths and weaknesses.
