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Practical Computing
Lynn Hogan, University of Northern Alabama

ISBN-10: 0131441337
ISBN-13: 9780131441330

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2005
Format: Paper; 336 pp
Published: 01/26/2004
Status: Out of Print

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Appropriate for all beginning-level courses in personal computing.

Practical Computing has been crafted to address the unique challenges novices face in mastering PCs. It combines user-friendly design, creative multimedia tools, and a focus on useful skills students can apply immediately, either at home or in the workplace. Lynn Hogan helps you ease students into computing, building their confidence as they learn about hardware, software, and the Internet. The book is organized to reflect the way new users typically explore their personal computers. Hogan first explains what computers do and how they function. She introduces the concept of software; then explains what Microsoft Windows does and how to work with it. Because many new users are frustrated by lost or missing files, Hogan carefully addresses managing files and folders. Next, students begin exploring the Internet and email—with coverage of skills, concepts, and ethical issues. The book contains a full section on creating documents, spreadsheets, simple databases, graphics, and presentations with Microsoft Office. Throughout, Hogan draws upon her extensive experience teaching beginners, as well as the input of many other computer literacy instructors. Instructors have access to a comprehensive CD-ROM containing Instructors Manuals in Word and PDF formats; solutions to all questions and exercises; multiple, customizable PowerPoint slide presentations; Computer Concepts animations; TechTV videos, and all image files displayed in the text.

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Thorough coverage: hardware, software, Internet, and more—Covers every key topic beginners need to understand in order to master their personal computers.
- Gives students a single source for all the information and guidance they need to become comfortable and productive with todays personal computers.

Extensive Web coverage—Covers both Web browsing and email, as well as the ethical issues associated with using the Internet.
- Helps students take advantage of the Internet's extraordinary resources, while alerting them to the pitfalls and ethical challenges they will encounter there.

Practical introductions to Microsoft Office applications—Introduces beginners to Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Gives students basic mastery of the worlds #1 productivity suite, preparing them to work in millions of organizations that depend heavily on Microsoft Office.

“In the Know” segments—Includes segments that cover key issues and technologies in greater depth.
- Gives students a deeper understanding of the most important topics, and the topics they care about most.

Topics and explanations carefully calibrated to the needs of beginners—Based on material proven in introductory-level classrooms.
- Students will never feel like they are in “over their heads”—instead they will quickly gain confidence in their ability to learn this material.

The “Why,” not just the “How”—Not just step-by-step recipes: this book gives students real insights into why computers work as they do, and how to use them to fullest advantage.
- Helps students understand the principles behind their personal computing skills, so they can go “beyond the book” to respond to whatever new challenges may arise.

Hands-on projects—Contains exercises and projects to help students gain practical experience.
- Helps students go beyond “theory” to perform key tasks themselves—so they actually master the skills theyre being taught.

Extensive examples and case studies—Includes realistic examples and scenarios carefully designed to illuminate the topics that are being covered.
- Helps students connect what they are learning to situations they will actually encounter in the real world.

Practical tips and tricks—Contains many tips and shortcuts that will help new computer users get results—and gain confidence—as quickly as possible.
- Teaches students shortcuts and quick solutions that would otherwise require lengthy trial and error.

Easy troubleshooting help—Shows students how to solve many of the most common problems beginners face.
- Helps students solve their own problems, so they no longer have to depend on friends and colleagues.

Web links throughout—Contains many links to Web sites that students can use for further research, or to gain deeper knowledge.
- Gives students carefully pre-selected resources for learning more about key personal computing technologies and skills.

Comprehensive Prentice Hall Instructors Resource CD-ROM and many other resources available—CD-ROM contains Instructors Manuals, solutions, PowerPoint slide presentations, animations, videos, image files, tech TV videos, and more.
- Gives instructors comprehensive, proven teaching tools—making it easier to design a successful course, and focus on the unique needs of individual students.

Table of Contents

1. Understanding Your Personal Computer.

2. Software.

3. Working with Windows.

4. Understanding Files, Folders, and Disk Maintenance.

5. Working with Files and Folders.

6. The Internet.

7. Working with the Internet.

8. E-Mail.

9. Creating Documents (Using Microsoft Word 2002).

10. Creating Spreadsheets (Using Microsoft Excel 2002).

Appendix. Checklist for Purchasing a Home Computer.

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Computing Concepts [PRACTICAL COMPUTING/HOGAN] (CIS: Computing Concepts)

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