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Computer Science: An Overview, Global Edition, 12e
Pages: 640,
Publisher: Pearson,
Publication Year: 2014,
Cover: Mixed media product,
Dimensions: 204x254x20mm
For the Introduction to Computer Science course Computer Science: An Overview uses broad coverage and clear exposition to present a complete picture of the dynamic computer science field. Accessible to students from all backgrounds, Glenn Brookshear uses a language-independent context to encourage the development of a practical, realistic understanding of the field. An overview of each of the important areas of Computer Science provides students with a general level of proficiency for future courses. Teaching and Learning Experience This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience-for you and your students. It will help: *Develop a Practical, Realistic Understanding of Computer Science: A language-independent overview of each of the important areas of Computer Science prepares students for future courses. *Fit your Course Preferences: Individual chapters are independent and can be covered in an order that suits your course. *Reinforce Core Concepts: More than 1000 Questions and Exercises, Chapter Review Problems, and Social Issues questions give students the opportunity to apply concepts.show more
Weight: 1.08 KG
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Computer Security: Principles and Practice, Global Edition, 3e
Pages: 848,
Publisher: Pearson,
Publication Year: 2015,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 181x233x26mm
Computer Security: Principles and Practice, Third Edition, is ideal for courses in Computer/Network Security. In recent years, the need for education in computer security and related topics has grown dramatically-and is essential for anyone studying Computer Science or Computer Engineering. This is the only text available to provide integrated, comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the broad range of topics in this subject. In addition to an extensive pedagogical program, the book provides unparalleled support for both research and modeling projects, giving students a broader perspective. It covers all security topics considered Core in the EEE/ACM Computer Science Curriculum. This textbook can be used to prep for CISSP Certification, and includes in-depth coverage of Computer Security, Technology and Principles, Software Security, Management Issues, Cryptographic Algorithms, Internet Security and more. The Text and Academic Authors Association named Computer Security: Principles and Practice, First Edition, the winner of the Textbook Excellence Award for the best Computer Science textbook of 2008. Teaching and Learning Experience This program presents a better teaching and learning experience-for you and your students. It will help: *Easily Integrate Projects in your Course: This book provides an unparalleled degree of support for including both research and modeling projects in your course, giving students a broader perspective. *Keep Your Course Current with Updated Technical Content: This edition covers the latest trends and developments in computer security. *Enhance Learning with Engaging Features: Extensive use of case studies and examples provides real-world context to the text material. *Provide Extensive Support Material to Instructors and Students: Student and instructor resources are available to expand on the topics presented in the text.show more
Weight: 1.14 KG
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Computer Systems: A Programmer's Perspective, Global Edition, 3e
Pages: 1120,
Publisher: Pearson,
Publication Year: 2015,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 191x230x38mm
For courses in Computer Science and Programming Computer systems: A Programmer's Perspective explains the underlying elements common among all computer systems and how they affect general application performance. Written from the programmer's perspective, this book strives to teach students how understanding basic elements of computer systems and executing real practice can lead them to create better programs. Spanning across computer science themes such as hardware architecture, the operating system, and systems software, the Third Edition serves as a comprehensive introduction to programming. This book strives to create programmers who understand all elements of computer systems and will be able to engage in any application of the field--from fixing faulty software, to writing more capable programs, to avoiding common flaws. It lays the groundwork for students to delve into more intensive topics such as computer architecture, embedded systems, and cybersecurity. This book focuses on systems that execute an x86-64 machine code, and recommends that students have access to a Linux system for this course. Students should have basic familiarity with C or C++. MasteringEngineering(R) not included. Students, if MasteringEngineering is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN and course ID. MasteringEngineering should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. MasteringEngineering is an online homework, tutorial, and assessment product designed to personalize learning and improve results. With a wide range of interactive, engaging, and assignable activities, students are encouraged to actively learn and retain tough course concepts.show more
Weight: 1.58 KG
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Computer-Supported Collaboration with Applications to Software Development
Pages: 250,
Publisher: Springer,
Publication Year: 2003,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 160x247.4x20.6mm
Computer-Supported Collaboration with Applications to Software Development reviews the theory of collaborative groups and the factors that affect collaboration, particularly collaborative software development. The influences considered derive from diverse sources: social and cognitive psychology, media characteristics, the problem-solving behavior of groups, process management, group information processing, and organizational effects. It also surveys empirical studies of computer-supported problem solving, especially for software development. The concluding chapter describes a collaborative model for program development. Computer-Supported Collaboration with Applications to Software Development is designed for an academic and professional market in software development, professionals and researchers in the areas of software engineering, collaborative development, management information systems, problem solving, cognitive and social psychology. This book also meets the needs of graduate-level students in computer science and information systems.show more
Weight: 0.57 KG
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Computing Essentials 2013 Complete Edition
Pages: 544,
Publisher: McGraw-Hill,
Publication Year: 2005,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 215x274x22mm
Your essential guide to computing concepts, "Computing Essentials 2013" provides you with a complete learning solution focusing on the most important, essential, and current concepts of information technology. Students are given a streamlined, concise, relevant approach to the fundamental issues surrounding the world of computing through a balance between theory and applied learning of these important topics. Overall, all of the items featured with this text - including the end-of-chapter materials and the text Web site - work together to help students truly understand the basics of computer concepts.show more
Weight: 1.1 KG
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COMPUTING ESSENTIALS 2013 INTRODUCTORY EDITION, 23e
Pages: 416,
Publisher: McGraw-Hill,
Publication Year: 2012,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 203x279x17mm
Computing Essentials 2013...Making IT Work for You! How are you learning about the most important, essential, and current concepts of information technology? Computing Essentials 2013 allows you to Make IT Work for You through relevant Explorations, Ethics and Environment themes throughout each chapter. Make IT Work for You!show more
Weight: 0.85 KG
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Concepts of Programming Languages, Global Edition, 11e
Pages: 800,
Publisher: Pearson,
Publication Year: 2016,
Cover: Mixed media product,
Dimensions: 191x233x24mm
For courses in computer programming. Evaluating the Fundamentals of Computer Programming Languages Concepts of Computer Programming Languages introduces students to the fundamental concepts of computer programming languages and provides them with the tools necessary to evaluate contemporary and future languages. An in-depth discussion of programming language structures, such as syntax and lexical and syntactic analysis, also prepares students to study compiler design. The Eleventh Edition maintains an up-to-date discussion on the topic with the removal of outdated languages such as Ada and Fortran. The addition of relevant new topics and examples such as reflection and exception handling in Python and Ruby add to the currency of the text. Through a critical analysis of design issues of various program languages, Concepts of Computer Programming Languages teaches students the essential differences between computing with specific languages.show more
Weight: 1.13 KG
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Content Management Bible
Pages: 1008,
Publisher: Wiley,
Publication Year: 2001,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 188.5x233.9x53.6mm
As the Information Age dawns, the information at our disposal expands haphazardly. The Content Management Bible answers these key questions about the system readers might employ to control the expansion of information and organize targeting and distribution: * What does a system that handles massive amounts of information look like, and how can a single system produce a wide range of well-targeted custom publications from the same information base?* How can a system be created that understands each piece of information and how do I transform content to fit the various distribution methods such as web, print, handhelds and others?* What are the steps and processes you need to create such a system, and how can this system serve an organization's overall business goals and future initiatives?show more
Weight: 1.48 KG
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Corporate Computer and Network Security
Pages: 544,
Publisher: Pearson,
Publication Year: 2003,
Cover: Hardback,
Dimensions: 182.88x236.22x25.4mm
For Internet and Network Security courses. This up-to-date examination of computer and corporate security in the business setting fills the critical need for security education. Its comprehensive, balanced, and well-organized presentation emphasizes implementing security within corporations using existing commercial software and provides coverage of all major security issues.show more
Weight: 0.95 KG
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Corporate Computer Security, Global Edition, 4e
Pages: 672,
Publisher: Pearson,
Publication Year: 2014,
Cover: Paperback,
Dimensions: 179x232x22mm
For introductory courses in IT Security. A strong business focus through a solid technical presentation of security tools. Corporate Computer Security provides a strong business focus along with a solid technical understanding of security tools. This text gives students the IT security skills they need for the workplace. This edition is more business focused and contains additional hands-on projects, coverage of wireless and data security, and case studies. This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience-for you and your students. Here's how: *Encourage Student's to Apply Concepts: Each chapter now contains new hands-on projects that use contemporary software. *Business Environment Focus: This edition includes more of a focus on the business applications of the concepts. Emphasis has been placed on securing corporate information systems, rather than just hosts in general. *Keep Your Course Current and Relevant: New examples, exercises, and research findings appear throughout the text.show more
Weight: 0.81 KG
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