计算机专业英语（计算机类）

Preface
MODULE Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction to the World of Computers
Overview
Computers in Your Life
What is a Computer and What Does It Do?
Computer Networks and the Internet
Computer Systems to Fit Every Need
Computers and Society
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 2 Using Your PC,Windows,and the Web
Overview
Starting Your Computer:The Boot Process
Using the Windows Operating System
Using the Internet and World Wide Web
E-Mail
Downloading and Installing Plug-Ins and Other Files
Summary
Key Terms
Reiew Activities
Projects
The History of Computers Windows
MODULE Hardware
Chapter 3 The System Unit:Processing and Memory
Overview
Data and Program Representation
Inside the System Unit
How the CPU Works
Making Computers Faster Now and in the Future
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 4 Storage
Overview
Properties of Storage Systems
Mangetic Disk Systmes
Optical Discs
Ohter Types of Storage Systems
Comparing Storage Alternatives
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 5 Input and Output
Overview
Input and Output
Keyboards
Pointing Devices
Scanners and Related Devices
Multimedia Input Devices
Display Devices
Printers
Multimedia Output Devices
Multifunction Devices
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
MODULE Software
Chapter 6 Systems Software
Overview
Systems Software vs.Application Software
The Operating System
Common Operating Systems for Desktop PCs and Serers
Other Operating Systems
Myths About Operating Systems
Utility Programs
The Future of Operating Systems
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 7 Application Software
Overview
The Basics of Application Software
Word Processing Concepts
Spreadsheet Concepts
Database Concepts
Presentation Graphics Concepts
Other Types of Application Software
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
MODULE Networks
Chapter 8 Communications and Networks
Overview
The Communications Industry
Communications Applications
What is a Netword?
How Networks Work
Communications protocols
Network Security lssues
Network Employment Opportunities
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 9 The Internet and World Wide Web
Overview
Evolution of the Internet
Internet Connectivity lssues
Searching the Internet
Beyond Browsing and E-Mail
Censorship and Privacy
The Future of the Internet
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Web Guide Window
MODULE Internet Applications
Chapter 10 Multimedia and the Web
Overview
What is Multimedia?
Advantages and Disadvantages of Using Multimedia
Multimedia Elements
Multimedia Applications
Multimedia and Web Site Design
Multimedia and Web Site Development
The Futre of Multimedia
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 11 E-Business and E-Commerce
Overview
What is E-Business and E-Commerce?
E-Business Applications
E-Commerce Business Models
Types of E-Commerce Web Sites
Implementing Web-Based E-Commerce
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
MODULE Systems
Chapter 12 Information Systems and Systems Development
Overview
What is an Information System?
Who Uses Information Systems?
Types of Information Systems
Responsibility for Systems Development
The Systems Development Life Cycle(SDLC)
Approaches to Systems Development
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 13 Program Development and Programming Languages
Overview
The Program Development Life Cycle(PDLC)
Tools for Facilitating Program Development
Programming Lauguages
Markup,Scripting,and Other Types of Languages
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 14 Databases and Database Management Systems
Overview
What is a Database?
Data Concepts and Characteristics
Database Classifications
Database Models
Databases and the Web
Database management Systems Personnel
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
MODULE Computers in Our Lives
Chapter 15 Ethics,Computer Crime,Privacy,and Other Social Lssues
Overview
Ethics
Computer Crime and Security
Computers and Privacy
Intellectual Property Rights
Health,Ergonomics,and the Environment
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Chapter 16 You and Your PC
Overview
PC System Components
Selecting a PC System
Setting Up a New System
System Maintenance
Upgrading
Learning More About PCs
Summary
Key Terms
Review Activities
Projects
Ubiquitous Computing Window
Appendix
Quiz Answers
Credits
Glossary
Index