The Tao of Computing Contributor(s): Walker, Henry M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1138413038 ISBN-13: 9781138413030 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $218.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Mathematics - Computers | Programming - Games - Computers | Information Technology |
Physical Information: 556 pages |
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Publisher Description: Describing both the practical details of interest to students and the high-level concepts and abstractions highlighted by faculty, The Tao of Computing, Second Edition presents a comprehensive introduction to computers and computer technology. This edition updates its popular predecessor with new research exercises and expanded discussion questions. It uses a question-and-answer format to provide thoughtful answers to the many practical questions that students have about computing. Among the questions answered, the book explains: What capabilities computers have in helping people solve problems and what limitations need to be considered The book offers a down-to-earth overview of fundamental computer fluency topics, from the basics of how a computer is organized and an overview of operating systems to a description of how the Internet works. The second edition describes new technological advances including social media applications and RSS feeds. |