Introduction to Computers

A trusted name in Information technology, Peter Norton has been synonymous with computers for close to three decades. His trilogy on computers, including Computing Fundamentals, Essential Concepts, and Introduction to Computers, is considered a leading educational resource on the subject. This Indian adaptation of Introduction to Computers takes forward the unparalleled success and legacy of this series of books. Key Features In-depth treatment of topics like Number Systems, Network Topologies and Protocols Discussion on Operating Systems enhanced through inclusion of discussion on MS-DOS and Unix commands, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 Enrichment of Pedagogy - Over 1000 exercise questions included Table Of Contents ntroduction to Computer Systems ntroduction to Computer Systems ntroduction to Computer Systems Lesson 1B. Looking Inside the Computer System 2. INTERACTING WITH YOUR COMPUTER Lesson 2A. Using the Keyboard and Mouse 3. SEEING, HEARING, AND PRINTING DATA Lesson 3A. Video and Sound 4. PROCESSING DATA Lesson 4B. Modern CPUs 5. STORING DATA Lesson 5A. Types of Storage Devices Lesson 5B. Measuring and Improving Drive Performance 6. USING OPERATING SYSTEMS Lesson 6A. Operating System Basics Lesson 6B. Survey of PC and Network Operating Systems 7. NETWORKS Lesson 7A. Networking Basics Lesson 7B. Data Communications 8. PRESENTING THE INTERNET Lesson 8A. The Internet and the World Wide Web Lesson 8B. E-Mail and Other Inter