Fundamentals of Computing, 2nd Edition

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Author(s): Louis Henry
ISBN: 9781644965566
Edition: 2
Copyright: 2021
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Format: GRLContent (online access)

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Fundamentals of Computing, 2nd Edition

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Every second, the world of technology evolves to a tremendous degree. This evolution has a huge impact on our daily lives. Just think about what type of electronic devices your parents had when they were young. How many devices can you name? Can you count them on one hand? I am sure it is quite possible. At present, we have many choices of computers at our disposal. Our daily activities have undergone a drastic transformation in the area of computers. Technology is a vital part of our daily routine. Have you considered how many electronic devices you interact with on a daily basis on your way to work, school, class, and so on? Nowadays, it’s difficult to work without any type of computer. Have you ever considered whether you are addicted to technology? How many hours per day do you spend interacting with technology of any sort? Let’s list some examples: cell phones, laptops, tablet computers, the dash control on your car, and so on. Can you imagine a world without technology? Computers are everywhere and used for many different things.

 

The tremendous advancement of technology has made our lifestyle very comfortable. For example, we do not need to remember phone numbers, birthdays, e-mail addresses, and special dates anymore. Most computers perform these tasks. A computer is similar to a personal assistant, as it makes life convenient. The phrase “computer literacy” means grasping the basic concepts of how a computer along with its programs works. One does not need to be an expert at every computer function; however, knowing how to operate any specific application constitutes being computer literate.

Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction to Computers


2.0 The Internet and the World Wide Web


3.0 Application Software


4.0 THE SYSTEM UNIT 


5.0 System Software and Utility Programs


6.0 Input and Output 


7.0 Storage


8.0 Computer Networks


9.0 Online Security 


10.0 Blockchain