More than 2,500 key terms related to computer science, the Internet, and the IT industry are defined and explained in this up-to-date, A-to-Z dictionary. Extensive coverage is given to latest advances in digital photography and audio, recently developed computer hardware, virus protection, Internet culture, and much more. Here is handy, at-your-fingertips information that is useful to everybody who owns a computer.

Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms (Barron's Business Guides)

Computers & Technology

Downing, Ph.D. Douglas

Covington Ph.D., Michael

Covington, Melody

Networking & Cloud Computing

Barron's Educational Series,Inc.

Computer terminology is constantly expanding, and the brand-new edition of this dictionary has been updated to keep pace with the latest important innovations in computer science and technology. Emphasis is on helpful information for non-technical home computer users. The book presents more than 3,200 computer-related terms with clear and succinct definitions. Revised features include up-to-date information on Windows Vista, networking, data storage, video, computer security and ethics, and personal computer hardware. Tables, charts, graphs, photos, and line illustrations.

Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms (Barron's Business Dictionaries)

Covington, Catherine Anne

Barrons Educational Series

This updated edition includes the most recent terms relating to constantly expanding computer and internet technology. More than 3,200 terms and definitions deal with-- 
<li> Practical guidance for business software users </li>
<li> Computer security, law, and ethics </li>
<li> Computer programming, with examples in several computer languages </li>
<li> Social media, Internet culture, and their latest developments Previous editions of this user-friendly book have proved especially helpful to readers who feel intimidated by computer technicians' jargon. The authors clarify technical terminology while keeping to the highest standards of accuracy. One grateful reader called this book the "Rosetta Stone" for deciphering computer terms. Features many line illustrations and tables.</li>

Barrett, Catherine Anne

Covington, Sharon

Computer Science

Barron’s updated Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms includes more than 3,200 terms and definitions for computer and internet technology. This pocket dictionary can be a quick reference for professionals and a helpful guide for readers who aren’t familiar with technical jargon. Terms cover: <ul>
<li>Practical guidance for business software users</li>
<li>Computer security, law, and ethics</li>
<li>Technology behind smartphones, tablets, and smart home devices</li>
<li>Computer programming, algorithms, languages, and operating systems</li>
<li>Internet culture and latest developments</li>
</ul>
 The authors use line illustrations and tables to help clarify technical terminology while keeping to the highest standards of accuracy.

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