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This module provides an introduction to the basic physical make-up of a personal computer and an overview of some of the basic concepts of Information Technology (IT) such as data storage and memory, the context for computer-based soft-ware applications in society, and the uses of information networks within computing. You will also gain a solid appreciation of how IT systems are found in everyday situations; how personal computers can affect health, and some of the security and legal issues associated with computers. This module contains: Computer terms and concepts explained in plain English Screen images and illustrations to guide the student through the Microsoft Windows 95/98 and Microsoft Office 97 applications "How to" information based upon practical examples of everyday tasks Short cuts and insider tips drawn from real world experience of computer professionals Summary of critical information Easy to follow Exercises. Everything you need to pass the European Computer Driving Licence ® module by module.

Table of Contents:
 Contents  INTRODUCTION 1  Chapter 1  A short history of computing 3  In this chapter 3  New skills 3  A long line of machines 5  Self test 1: History of computing 8  Chapter summary: so now you know 9  Chapter 2  What exactly is a computer? 11  In this chapter 11  New skills 11  New words 11  The trouble with definitions 13  Types of computer 15  Self test 2: A computer is...? 17  Chapter summary: so now you know 19  Chapter 3  Computer hardware 21  In this chapter 21  New skills 22  New words 22  In the box 23  Processor 23  Memory 24  Hard disk 25  Diskettes, CD-ROMs, DVDs, Zip disks, tapes 26  Out of the box: the essentials 30  Keyboard 30  Screen 31  Mouse 31  Out of the box: optional extras 33  Printers 33  Modem 35  Multimedia 36  Looking after your hardware 37  When something goes wrong 38  Self test 3: Hardware 39  Chapter summary: so now you know 41  chapter 4  Software and data 43  In this chapter 43  New skills 43  New words 44  Software 45  System software 45  Application software 46  How software is made 47  Software copyright 48  Problems with software 49  Data 50  Looking after your data 51  Data copyright 53  Data protection 53  Self test 4.1: Software 56  Networks 57  The advantages of networking 57  LANs and WANs 58  Making the connection 59  The telephone network 60  ISDN 62  E-mail 62  The internet 64  E-commerce 66  Self test 4.2: Networks 68  Chapter summary: so now you know 69  chapter 5  What computers are used for 71  In this chapter 71  New skills 71  Business and administration 73  Industry 73  Retailing 74  Home 75  Schools 75  Health care 76  Government and public administration 77  Everyday life 77  Information technology and society 78  Participation in the Information Society 80  Self test 5: Computers in society 81  Chapter summary: so now you know 82  chapter 6  Looking after number one: health and safety 83  In this chapter 83  New skills 83  New words 84  Health warning! 85  Repetitive strain injury 85  Eyesight 85  Posture 86  Accidents 86  Self test 6: Using your computer safely 88  Chapter summary: so now you know 89  Answers to self tests 91


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780130446343
  • Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
  • Publisher Imprint: Addison Wesley
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 112
  • Spine Width: 8 mm
  • Width: 138 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0130446343
  • Publisher Date: 29 Oct 2001
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Weight: 183 gr


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