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ISBN 10: 1305951492
ISBN 13:‎ 978-1305951495
Author: June Jamrich Parsons

Technology impacts every aspect of life and choices are endless. As a college student, you need to know how to evaluate devices, choose apps, maintain a compelling online reputation, and lock down digital security. NEW PERSPECTIVES ON COMPUTER CONCEPTS 2018, COMPREHENSIVE goes beyond the intuitive “how-to” of apps and social media to delve into the broad concepts that are guiding current technologies such as self-driving cars, virtual reality, file sharing torrents, encrypted communications, photo forensics, and the Internet of Things. Numerous illustrations and interactive features in this complete book make mastering technical topics a breeze with a learning path that is structured with you, today’s busy student, in mind. This edition offers an insightful overview of what every college student should know about using technology to complete your education, launch a successful career, and engage in issues that shape today’s world.

New Perspectives on Computer Concepts 2018 Comprehensive 20th Table of contents:

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Module Introduction

The Digital Revolution

Data Processing

Personal Computing

Network Computing

Cloud Computing

Ubiquitous Computing

Module 1. Digital Content

Section A. Digital Basics

Data Representation Basics

Representing Numbers

Representing Text

Bits and Bytes

Compression

Section B. Digital Sound

Digital Audio Basics

Digital Audio File Formats

MIDI

Digitized Speech

Section C. Bitmap Graphics

Bitmap Basics

Bitmap Data Representation

Image Compression

Modifying Bitmap Images

Panoramic and 360 Images

Stereoscopy

Section D. Vector Graphics

Vector Graphics Basics

Vector Tools

3D Graphics

Vectors and Virtual Reality

Section E. Digital Video

Digital Video Basics

Video Compression

Video File Formats

Digital Video Variations

Issue: What Is Fair Use?

Information Tools: Photo Forensics

Technology in Context: Film

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: The Digital World With Eyes Shut

Module 2. Digital Devices

Section A. Device Basics

Computers

Circuits and Chips

Components

Maintenance

Section B. Device Options

Enterprise Computers

Personal Computers

Niche Devices

Choosing a Digital Device

Section C. Processors and Memory

Microprocessors

How Processors Work

Performance

Random Access Memory

Read-Only Memory

Section D. Storage

Storage Basics

Magnetic Storage Technology

Optical Storage Technology

Solid State Storage Technology

Cloud Storage

Backup

Section E. Input and Output

Add-On Gadgets

Expansion Ports

Bluetooth

Device Drivers

Display Devices

Printers

Things

Autonomous Vehicles

Issue: Where Does All the Ewaste Go?

Information Tools: Finding the Right Stuff

Technology in Context: Military

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: What’s Going on in There?

Module 3. Networks

Section A. Network Basics

Communication Systems

Communication Channels

Network Topology

Network Nodes

Communication Protocols

Section B. The Internet

Background

Internet Infrastructure

Packets

Internet Addresses

Domain Names

Section C. Internet Access

Connection Basics

Cable Internet Service

Telephone Network Internet Service

Satellite Internet Service

Mobile Broadband Service

Wi-Fi Hotspots

Section D. Local Area Networks

LAN Basics

Ethernet

Wi-Fi

Set Up Your Own Network

Network Monitoring

IoT Networks

Section E. File Sharing

File Sharing Basics

Accessing LAN Files

Sharing Your Files

Internet-Based Sharing

Torrents

Issue: Who Will Control the Internet?

Information Tools: Fact Checking

Technology in Context: Education

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: Hack Your Net

Extra Credit Lab: Hack Your Net Part II

Module 4. The Web

Section A. Web Basics

Web Overview

Evolution

Web Sites

Hypertext Links

URLs

Section B. Browsers

Browser Basics

Customization

Browser Cache

Section C. HTML

HTML Basics

HTML Editing Tools

CSS

Dynamic Web Pages

Site Creation

Section D. HTTP

HTTP Basics

Cookies

HTTPS

Section E. Search Engines

Search Engine Basics

Formulating Searches

Search Privacy

Using Web-Based Source Material

Issue: Who Is Tracking You?

Information Tools: Citations

Technology in Context: Fashion Industry

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: Design Your Home Page

Module 5. Social Media

Section A. Social Networking

The Social Media Mix

Social Networking Evolution

Social Networking Basics

Geosocial Networking

Social Network Analytics

Section B. Content Communities

Evolution

Media Content Communities

Intellectual Property

Creative Commons

Section C. Blogs and More

Blogs

Microblogs

Wikis

Section D. Online Communication

Communication Matrix

Email

Online Chat

Voice and Video Over IP

Section E. Social Media Values

Identity

Reputation

Privacy

Issue: When Do Online Avatars Die?

Information Tools: Media Attribution

Technology in Context: Journalism

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: My Social Network

Module 6. Software

Section A. Software Basics

Essentials

Distribution

Software Licenses

Fake and Pirated Software

Section B. Operating Systems

Operating System Basics

Microsoft Windows

MacOS

iOS

Android

Chrome OS

Linux

Virtual Machines

Section C. Apps and Applications

Web Apps

Mobile Apps

Local Applications

Uninstalling Software

Section D. Productivity Software

Office Suite Basics

Word Processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Presentations

Section E. File Management Utilities

File Basics

File Management Tools

Application-Based File Management

Physical File Storage

Issue: How Serious is Software Piracy?

Information Tools: Documentation Literacy

Technology in Context: Architecture and Construction

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: Put your File Ducks in a Row

Module 7. Digital Security

Section A. Basic Security

Encryption

Authentication

Passwords

Password Managers

Section B. Malware

Malware Threats

Computer Viruses

Computer Worms

Trojans

Antivirus Software

Section C. Online Intrusions

Intrusion Threats

Zero-Day Attacks

Netstat

Firewalls

Section D. Interception

Interception Basics

Evil Twins

Address Spoofing

Digital Certificate Hacks

IMSI Catchers

Section E. Social Engineering

Social Engineering Basics

Spam

Phishing

Pharming

Rogue Antivirus

PUAs

Issue: How Secure Is Democracy?

Information Tools: Your Own Words

Technology in Context: Law Enforcement

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: Chrome Lockdown

Module PY. Coding with Python

Section A. “Hello World!”—Python Style

Coding Basics

Introduction to Python

Let’s Start Coding

Working with Strings

Using Python Keywords

Debugging

Section B. The Wacky Word Game

Using Variables

Objects and Classes

Input

Wacky Word Game

Sharing Your Programs

Section C. Build Your Own Calculator

Calculations

Selection Structures

Comparison and Logical Operators

Comparing Strings

Section D. Ask The Fortune Teller

Repetition Control Structures

Lists

Section E. Dogs and Cats

Functions

Methods

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: Adventure Game

Module 8. The ICT Industry

Section A. ICT Industry Basics

ICT Core Industries

ICT Goods and Services

Technology Life Cycles

Disruptive Technology

ICT and Productivity

ICT and National Security

Section B. The Computer Industry

Manual Calculators

Mechanical Calculators

Computer Prototypes

Commercial Computers

Personal Computers

Section C. The Telecom Industry

Telegraph

Telephone

Radio

Cellular Phones

Television

Section D. Tech Careers

Jobs and Salaries

Education

Certification

Resumes

Section E. ICT Laws and Ethics

ICT Laws

ICT Ethics

Ethical Decision Making

Whistleblowing

Issue: Patriots or Traitors?

Information Tools: Provenance

Technology in Context: Banking

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: Perfect Your Profile

Module 9. Information Systems

Section A. Information System Basics

Enterprise Basics

Transaction Processing Systems

Management Information Systems

Decision Support Systems

Expert Systems

Section B. Enterprise Applications

Ecommerce

Supply Chain Management

Customer Relationship Management

Enterprise Resource Planning

Section C. Systems Analysis

System Development Life Cycles

Planning Phase

Analysis Phase

Documentation Tools

Section D. Design and Implementation

Design Phase

Evaluation and Selection

Application Specifications

Implementation Phase

Documentation and Training

Conversion and Cutover

Maintenance Phase

Section E. System Security

Systems at Risk

Data Centers

Disaster Recovery Planning

Data Breaches

Security Measures

Issue: What Can Go Wrong?

Information Tools: Recognizing Viewpoint

Technology in Context: Medicine

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

Module 10. Databases

Section A. Database Basics

Operational and Analytical Databases

Database Models

Section B. Database Tools

Database Tool Basics

Dedicated Applications

Word Processor Data Tools

Spreadsheet Data Tools

Database Management Systems

Section C. Database Design

Defining Fields

Data Types

Normalization

Sorting and Indexing

Designing the Interface

Designing Report Templates

Section D. SQL

SQL Basics

Adding Records

Searching for Information

Updating Fields

Joining Tables

Section E. Big Data

Big Data Basics

Big Data Analytics

NoSQL

Issue: Can Data Mining Catch Terrorists?

Information Tools: Vetting Anonymous

Technology in Context: Politics

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

Interactive Summary

Interactive Situation Questions

Lab: SQL

Module 11. Programming

Section A. Program Development

Programming Basics

Program Planning

Writing Programs

Program Testing and Documentation

Section B. Programming Tools

Language Evolution

Compilers and Interpreters

Paradigms and Languages

Toolsets

Section C. Procedural Programming

Algorithms

Pseudocode and Flowcharts

Flow Control

Procedural Applications

Section D. Object-Oriented Programs

Objects and Classes

Inheritance

Methods and Messages

OO Program Structure

OO Applications

Section E. Declarative Programming

The Declarative Paradigm

Prolog Facts

Prolog Rules

Interactive Input

Declarative Logic

Declarative Applications

Issue: Can Computers Think?

Information Tools: Making the Cut

Technology in Context: Computer Games

Flipped Class Projects

Key Terms

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