TY - BOOK AU - Evans,Alan AU - Martin,Kendall AU - Poatsy,Mary Anne TI - Technology in action SN - 0131878867 (pbk.) AV - QA76.5 .E9195 2007 PY - 2007/// CY - Upper Saddle River, NJ PB - Pearson/Prentice Hall KW - Microcomputers KW - Computer science KW - Computer networks KW - Information technology N1 - Includes index; Chapter 1 Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Fluent Chapter 2 Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts Technology in Focus: The History of the PC Chapter 3 Uing the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources Chapter 4 Aplication Software: Programs that Let You Work and Play Technology in Focus: Digital EntertainmentChapter 5 sing System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management Chapter 6 Evaluating Your System: Understanding and Assessing Hardware Technology in Focus: AlternativesChapter 7 Networking and Security: Connecting Computers and Keeping Them Safe from Hackers and Viruses Chapter 8 Mobile Computing: Keeping Your Data on Hand Technology in Focus: Protecting Your Computer and Backing Up Your Data Chapter 9 Behind the Scenes: Inside the System UnitGlossary ER -