内容简介
CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Computers
1.A World of Computers
2.What Is a Computer?
3.The Components of a Computer
4.Why Is a Computer So Powerful?
5.Networks and the Internet
6.Computer Software
7.Categories of Computers
8.Computer Applications in Society
9.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
CHAPTER 2 The Internet and World Wide Web
1.The Internet
2.History of the Internet
3.How the Internet Works
4.The World Wide Web
5.Other Internet Services
6.Web Publishing
7.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
CHAPTER 3 Application Software
1.Application Software
2.Common Application Softwares
3.Application Software for Communications
4.Learning Aids and Support Tools for Application Software
5.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
CHAPTER 4 The Components of the System Unit
1.The System Unit
2.Processor
3.Data Representation
4.Memory
5.Expansion Slots and Adapter Cards
6.Ports and Connectors
7.Power Supply
8.Putting It All Together
9.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
CHAPTER 5 Input
1.What Is Input?
2.What Are Input Devices?
3.The Keyboard
4.Pointing Devices
5.Mouse
6.Other Pointing Devices
7.Voice Input
8.Digital Cameras
9.Video Input
10.Scanners and Reading Devices
11.Putting It All Together
12.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
CHAPTER 6 Output
1.What Is Output?
2.Display Devices
3.CFT Monitors
4.Flat-panel Displays
5.Printers
6.Speakers and Headsets
7.Other Output Devices
8.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
CHAPTER 7 Storage
1.Storage
2.Floppy Disks
3.Hard Disks
4.CDs and DVDs
5.Tape
6.PC Cards
7.Miniature Mobile Storage Media
8.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
CHAPTER 8 Operating Systems and Utility Programs
1.System Software
2.Operating Systems
3.Operating System Functions
4.Operating System Utility Programs
5.Types of Operating Systems
6.Stand-alone Operating Systems
7.Network Operating Systems
8.Embedded Operating Systems
9.Stand-alone Utility Programs
10.Chapter Summary
Key Terms
Notes
Checkpoint
Appendix
Solutions to Exercises