本書是國內(nèi)外眾多著名大學選用的計算機導論教材,新版本緊跟技術進步的潮流,涉及面廣、內(nèi)容豐富、方法獨特,既體現(xiàn)了計算機科學的廣度,又兼顧了相關主題的深度,堪稱計算機基礎知識的百科全書。
全書重點介紹當今數(shù)字技術的發(fā)展,包括大數(shù)據(jù)、云計算、虛擬現(xiàn)實、增強現(xiàn)實和物聯(lián)網(wǎng),以及Uber、Etsy和Airbnb等應用帶來的共享經(jīng)濟的演變。書中特別討論了社交媒體和網(wǎng)絡安全,審視了當今技術趨勢背后的基本概念和原理,關注萬物之間的互連互通。此外,本書還包括編程內(nèi)容,以幫助沒有編程經(jīng)驗的學生快速開始Python編程實踐。
ColleGe Graduates of the 21st CenturY are expected to have a BroAd BASe oF KnoWledGe to intelligently address social, political, economic, and legal issues associated with rapidly evolving digital technology.
Todays students have a patchwork of knowledge, acquired from using various digital devices. New Perspectives on Computer Concepts (NP2018) helps students build a cohesive framework that organizes this acquired knowledge and serves as a foundation for assimilating new concepts eSSentIAl to cAreerS And lIFeStYleS in our digital world.
fullY revIsed. NP2018 has been newly reVISed And uPdAted to increase learning effectiveness and to reflect the wide scope of digital devices in use today, with an enhanced focus on the connectivity that pervades modern life and the security necessary to protect it.
tarGeted learnInG suPPort. This award-winning textbook contains layers of targeted learning support for ActIVe leArnInG that keeps students engaged and helps them succeed. Using the MIndtAP dIGItAl PlAtForM, students benefit from interactive feedback and new collaborative opportunities.
readInG In the dIsCIPlIne. Short paragraphs and a clear narrative style help students grasp concepts and learn HoW to reAd tecHnIcAl MAterIAl.
retentIon. Whats the most effective study technique: Taking notes? Reviewing? According to researchers, students study most effectively by simply trying to recall the material theyve read, seen, or heard. Thats why NP2018 offers contInuouS ASSeSSMent. Embedded QuickChecks on just about every page help students recall key concepts while reading and later while reviewing. QuickQuizzes and end-of-module reinforcement promote SucceSSFul leArnInG outcoMeS.
hands-on. NP2018 contains plenty of practical information about how to use apps, manage files, create content, configure security software, and more. Try It! activities throughout the book show students how to IMMedIAtelY APPlY concePtS In reAl-World contextS.
A fresh approach to Social MediA. Sure, students use social media, but are they familiar with underlying concepts, such as the social media honeycomb, geolocation, and sociograms? Are they up to speed with Creative Commons and intellectual property concepts? Do they recognize fake news? And do they understand the relevance of online identity, priva cy, and reputation ma nag ement? Module 5 offers a fresh approach to social media that delves into concepts while also providing practical how-to tips.
The latest technology. Digital technology evolves at a fast pace. NP2018 keeps students up to date with raspberry pi, 3D printers, smart appliances, lightning ports, USB-C, accelerometers, gyro sensors, magnetometers, macOS, Windows 10, virtual reality headsets, Microsoft Edge, hypervisors, two-factor authentication, Locky ransomware, and more!
HANDS-ON PROGRAMMING Module. Programming with Python provides highly interactive programming activities that introduce students to the world of programming without requiring any prior experience. Python is an easy-to-learn language that supports procedural and object-oriented programs.
Infographic illustrations. Illustrations based on popular infographic visuals are carefully integrated into the learning path to provide visual scaffolding that is so important to understanding technical concepts.
froM the author
So much has changed since the first edition of Computer Concepts was published in 1994! From year to year, the changes have been subtle, but looking back, it is clear that technology, students, and even education has progressed in amazing and sometimes unexpected directions. As digital technology continues to evolve, New Perspectives continues to keep pace, providing students with up-to-date content and cognitive tools that engage and ensure successful learning outcomes.
Many of todays students have substantially more practical experience with digital devices than their counterparts of twenty years ago, but even these students may lack a cohesive framework for their knowledge.
The goal of New Perspectives on Computer Concepts is to bri
瓊·詹姆里奇·帕森斯(June Jamrich Parsons) Parsons博士擁有20多年的大學任教經(jīng)歷,并于1995年獲得ICCP認證。她于1992年開始編寫并創(chuàng)建教育軟件,目前是Veative VR Labs的內(nèi)容總監(jiān),以及MediaTechnics公司的作者兼執(zhí)行戰(zhàn)略家。她于2017年獲得Franklin Silverman終身成就獎,以表彰她在創(chuàng)作方面的卓越成就以及對其他作家的支持和服務。她還是《Practical Computer Literacy》《Practical PC》《Practical Microsoft Office》《Practical Open Source Office》等書的聯(lián)合作者,并曾獲得卓越教材獎。
Module 1
1 dIGITAL CONTENT
2 dIGITAL BASICS
3 Data Representation Basics
5 Representing Numbers
6 Representing Text
9 Bits and Bytes
10 Compression
Module 2
14 dIGITAL dEVICES
16 SECTION A: dEVICE BASICS
17 Computers
19 Circuits and Chips
21 Components
23 Maintenance
26 SECTION B: dEVICE OPTIONS
27 Enterprise Computers
28 Personal Computers
30 Niche Devices
31 Choosing a Digital Device
36 SECTION C: PrOCESSOrS ANd mEmOrY
37 Microprocessors
39 How Processors Work
42 Performance
45 Random Access Memory
46 Read-only Memory
48 SECTION d: STOrAGE
49 Storage Basics
51 Magnetic Storage Technology
53 Optical Storage Technology
54 Solid State Storage Technology
55 Cloud Storage
57 Backup
61 SECTION E: INPuT ANd OuTPuT
62 Add-on Gadgets
63 Expansion Ports
66 Bluetooth
67 Device Drivers
68 Display Devices
72 Printers
74 Things
76 Autonomous Vehicles
Module 3
78 NETwOrKS
80 SECTION A: NETwOrK BASICS
81 Communication Systems
82 Communication Channels
86 Network Topology
88 Network Nodes
90 Communication Protocols
92 SECTION B: ThE INTErNET
93 Background
95 Internet Infrastructure
96 Packets
99 Internet Addresses
102 Domain Names
106 SECTION C: INTErNET ACCESS
107 Connection Basics
112 Cable Internet Service
113 Telephone Network Internet Service
115 Satellite Internet Service
116 Mobile Broadband Service
118 Wi-Fi Hotspots
120 SECTION d: LOCAL ArEA NETwOrKS
121 LAN Basics
123 Ethernet
125 Wi-Fi
127 Set Up Your Own Network
131 Network Monitoring
132 IoT Networks
134 SECTION E: FILE ShArING
135 File Sharing Basics
136 Accessing LAN Files
139 Sharing Your Files
142 Internet-based Sharing
144 Torrents
Module 4
146 ThE wEB
148 SECTION A: wEB BASICS
149 Web Overview
150 Evolution
152 Web Sites
153 Hypertext Links
155 URLs
160 SECTION B: BrOwSErS
161 Browser Basics
164 Customization
168 Browser Cache
172 SECTION C: hTmL
173 HTML Basics
175 HTML Editing Tools
178 CSS
180 Dynamic Web Pages
182 Site Creation
184 SECTION d: hTTP
185 HTTP Basics
187 Cookies
190 HTTPS
192 SECTION E: SEArCh ENGINES
193 Search Engine Basics
198 Formulating Searches
201 Search Privacy
202 Using Web-based Source Material
Module 5
204 SOCIAL mEdIA
206 SECTION A: SOCIAL NETwOrKING
207 The Social Media Mix
210 Social Networking Evolution
211 Social Networking Basics
213 Geosocial Networking
215 Social Network Analytics
218 SECTION B: CONTENT COmmuNITIES
219 Evolution
221 Media Content Communities
223 Intellectual Property
225 Creative Commons
228 SECTION C: BLOGS ANd mOrE
229 Blogs
232 Microblogs
234 Wikis
238 SECTION d: ONLINE COmmuNICATION
239 Communication Matrix
240 Email
245 Online Chat
246 Voice and Video over IP
248 SECTION E: SOCIAL mEdIA VALuES
249 Identity
251 Reputation
254 Privacy
Module 6
258 SOFTwArE
260 SECTION A: SOFTwArE BASICS
261 Essentials
264 Distribution
266 Software Licenses
271 Fake and Pirated Software
272 SECTION B: OPErATING SYSTEmS
273 Operating System Basics
277 Microsoft Windows
280 macOS
282 iOS
283 Android
284 Chrome OS
285 Linux
286 Virtual Machines
287 SECTION C: APPS ANd APPLICATIONS
288 Web Apps
290 Mobile Apps
291 Local Applications
295 Uninstalling Software
296 SECTION d: PrOduCTIVITY SOFTwArE
297 Office Suite Basics
298 Word Processing
301 Spreadsheets
305 Databases
307 Presentations
308 SECTION E: FILE mANAGEmENT uTILITIES
309 File Basics
312 File Management Tools
317 Application-based File Management
318 Physical File Storage
Module 7
320 dIgITAl seCurITy
322 seCTIOn A: BAsIC seCurITy
323 Encryption
324 Authentication
328 Passwords
332 Password Managers
334 seCTIOn B: mAlwAre
335 Malware Threats
336 Computer Viruses
338 Computer Worms
339 Trojans
340 Antivirus Software
346 seCTIOn C: OnlIne InTrusIOns
347 Intrusion Threats
351 Zero-day Attacks
352 Netstat
353 Firewalls
356 seCTIOn d: InTerCepTIOn
357 Interception Basics
358 Evil Twins
359 Address Spoofing
360 Digital Certificate Hacks
362 IMSI Catchers
364 seCTIOn e: sOCIAl engIneerIng
365 Socia