An easy-to-understand guide to often-confusing computer/Internet
jargon! Internet and Personal Computing Fads is an A-to-Z reference
book written in a straightforward style that's informative enough
for library use but informal enough for general reading. This
essential guide takes a practical look at the most often-seen
computer and Internet terms and describes them in
easy-to-understand language. From Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) to
Hypertext to Y2K, more than 100 entries are included, featuring
historical backgrounds, popular and practical uses, interesting fun
facts, and bibliographies. Detailed enough for reference use by
academics, the book has a natural tone that will appeal to
students, casual computer users, and those who are intrigued by the
chaotic, fascinating, but often frustrating and daunting morass of
information known today as the World Wide Web. A perfect
introduction to the world of computers and the Internet, this book
presents brief, jargon-free explanations of terms representing a
variety of fields of interest, including general computer use,
business, entertainment, multimedia development, and education.
You'll learn about: artificial intelligence the history of computer
hardware the Mac vs. PC debate Internet domains such as .com, .edu,
.gov, and others the meanings of commonly used e-mail
abbreviations, including BTW, FYI, LOL, and more distance learning
the origin and meaning of the word cyberspace and a great deal
more! In clear and concise entries, Internet and Personal Computing
Fads will help you understand the meaning of terms including:
bandwidth biometrics bookmarks CAD (computer-assisted design) chat
rooms clip art cookies cybercafe digital audio, video, imaging, and
cameras dot com e-mail, e-books and e-zines electronic publishing
emoticons filtering freeware (shareware) gaming Global Positioning
Systems (GPS) instant messaging Internet advertising Linux MIDI mp3
Spam (Internet junk mail) URL usenet and many, many more! An
everyday guide for enthusiasts and a perfect place to start for
newcomers, Internet and Personal Computing Fads is an easy-to-use
handbook with wide-ranging appeal. It combines the comprehensive
information you'd expect from a reference book with a casual and
colorful look at the histories and backgrounds of popular
computer/Internet terms and concepts. As a vital resource or an
occasional reference, this book is an exceptional value.
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