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Discovering Computers ©2018: Digital Technology

By Misty E. Vermaat, Susan Sebok, Steven M. Freund, Jennifer Campbell, Mark Frydenberg

16th Edition © 2018
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Teach students to maximize their use of mobile devices, make the most of online tools for collaboration and communication, and fully utilize today’s Internet capabilities with the latest edition of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS 2018. Introductory computing students see how technology skills assist in employment and advancing their careers. This edition highlights today’s most current technology trends and developments. Timely coverage now emphasizes web development, how to create a strong web presence, and take full advantage of latest Windows 10.

The authors provide helpful suggestions for hands-on exercises, small group activities, and discussion topics that allow students to apply and demonstrate their understanding of each module. Self-assessments open each module and enable learners to focus their study and learn more in less time. DISCOVERING COMPUTERS presents the key content that students need for success, using an inviting approach that ensures understanding.

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Teach students to maximize their use of mobile devices, make the most of online tools for collaboration and communication, and fully utilize today’s Internet capabilities with the latest edition of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS 2018. Introductory computing students see how technology skills assist in employment and advancing their careers. This edition highlights today’s most current technology trends and developments. Timely coverage now emphasizes web development, how to create a strong web presence, and take full advantage of latest Windows 10.

The authors provide helpful suggestions for hands-on exercises, small group activities, and discussion topics that allow students to apply and demonstrate their understanding of each module. Self-assessments open each module and enable learners to focus their study and learn more in less time. DISCOVERING COMPUTERS presents the key content that students need for success, using an inviting approach that ensures understanding.

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Module 1. Introducing Today’s Technologies: Computers, Devices, and the Web*Preview this chapter
Module 2. Connecting and Communicating Online: The Internet, Websites, and Media
Module 3. Computers and Mobile Devices: Evaluating Options for Home and Work
Module 4. Programs and Apps: Productivity, Graphics, Security, and Other Tools
Module 5. Digital Security, Ethics, and Privacy: Threats, Issues, and Defenses
Module 6. Computing Components: Processors, Memory, the Cloud, and More
Module 7. Input and Output: Extending Capabilities of Computers and Mobile Devices
Module 8. Digital Storage: Preserving Content Locally and on the Cloud
Module 9. Operating Systems: Managing, Coordinating, and Monitoring Resources
Module 10. Communicating Digital Content: Wired and Wireless Networks and Devices
Module 11. Building Solutions: Database, System, and Application Development Tools
Module 12. Working in the Enterprise: Systems, Certifications, and Careers
Focus On: Web Development
Technology Timeline
Appendix A. Technology Acronyms
Appendix B. Troubleshooting Computer and Mobile Device Problems
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Module 1. Introducing Today’s Technologies: Computers, Devices, and the WebPreview this chapter ↗

Today’s Technology ↗
Computers
Preview this section ↗
Laptops ↗
Tablets ↗
Desktops and All-in-Ones ↗
Servers ↗
Mobile and Game Devices
Preview this section ↗
Smartphones ↗
Digital Cameras ↗
Portable and Digital Media Players ↗
E-Book Readers ↗
Wearable Devices ↗
Game Devices ↗
Tech Feature 1-1: Gaming and Digital Home ↗
Data and Information
Preview this section ↗
Input ↗
Output ↗
Memory and Storage ↗
The Web
Preview this section ↗
Browsing the Web ↗
Searching the Web ↗
Online Social Networks ↗
Internet Communications ↗
Digital Security and Privacy
Preview this section ↗
Viruses and Other Malware ↗
Privacy ↗
Health Concerns ↗
Environmental Issues ↗
Programs and Apps
Preview this section ↗
Operating Systems ↗
Applications ↗
Installing and Running Programs ↗
Developing Programs and Apps ↗
Communications and Networks
Preview this section ↗
Wired and Wireless Communications ↗
Networks ↗
Tech Feature 1-2: Staying in Sync ↗
Technology Uses
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Education/Tech Feature 1-3: Digital School ↗
Government ↗
Finance ↗
Retail ↗
Entertainment ↗
Health Care ↗
Science ↗
Travel ↗
Publishing ↗
Manufacturing ↗
Technology Users ↗
Summary ↗
Study Guide ↗
Key Terms ↗
Checkpoint ↗
Problem Solving ↗
How To: Your Turn ↗
Internet Research ↗
Critical Thinking ↗
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