计算机科学引论

图书标准信息

• 作者 Timothy、Linda I.O\\\'Leary 著
• 出版社 高等教育出版社
• 出版时间 2004-07
• 版次 1
• ISBN 9787040145984
• 定价 38.00元
• 装帧 平装
• 开本 16开
• 纸张 胶版纸
• 页数 509页
• 字数 645千字
• 正文语种 英语

【内容简介】

 《计算机科学引论》概括地介绍了计算机科学与信息技术的主要领域、各种应用及其对社会的影响。全书由15章和一些附录组成，主要内容包括：信息技术概述；因特网、万维网与电子商务；基本应用软件（包括字处理、表处理、数据库管理系统、文字和图形演示、集成化软件包等）；专用软件（包括图形图像处理、音频与视频、多媒体、Web创作以及虚拟现实和专家系统等新兴应用）；操作系统等系统软件；计算机系统组成部件；输入/输出及相关外部设备；外部存储设备；通信与网络技术；信息系统（包括事务处理系统、管理信息系统、决策支持系统、管理支持系统等）；数据库与应用；系统分析与设计；程序设计与程序语言；与信息技术有关的社会、组织、职业、道德、法律、安全和环境等问题；计算机发展简介；个人计算机购机与升级指南等。书中大量的图示、精心的版式设计，使各种概念、技术、设备等一目了然。每章之后附有综合性的图示小结、重要词汇和术语列表、丰富的复习题、思考题和网上实习等。

 《计算机科学引论》内容丰富，体裁新颖，叙述简练清楚，英语语言规范流畅。书中比较全面地覆盖了计算机科学与信息技术领域中基本的名词和术语，尤其是目前十分流行和最新的一些概念和词汇。《计算机科学引论》既可作为计算机、信息管理及相关专业计算机导论课程的教材，也可作为相应专业的计算机英语教材。

【目录】

Chapter 1 Information Technology, the Internet, and You

Information Systems

People

Making IT Work for You:Information Technology Topics

Software

System Software

Application Software

Hardware

Types of Computers

Microcomputer Hardware

Data

Connectivity, the Wireless Revolution, and the Internet

A Look to the Future: Using and Understanding Information Technology Means Being Computer Competent

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 2 The Internet, the Web, and Electronic Commerce

The Internet and the Web

Access

Providers

Browsers

Communication

E-Mail

Discussion Groups

Making IT Work for You: Instant Messaging

Search Tools

Search Engines

Metasearch Engines

Specialized Search Engines

Electronic Commerce

Web Storefronts

Web Auctions

Security

Web Utilities

Telnet

FTP

Plug-ins

Filters

A Look to the Future: Internet2 Will Be a High-Performance Network

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 3 Basic Application Software

Application Software

Common Features

Web-based Applications

Making IT Work for You: Web-based Applications

Word Processors

Features

Case

Spreadsheets

Features

Case

Database Management Systems

Features

Case

Presentation Graphics

Features

Case

Integrated Packages

Case

Software Suites

Sharing Data between Applications

Copy and Paste

Object Linking and Embedding

A Look to the Future: Web-based Application Software Updates Ease Maintenance

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 4 Specialized Application Software

Graphics

Desktop Publishing

Image Editors

Illustration Programs

Image Galleries

Graphics Suites

Audio and Video

Multimedia

Links and Buttons

Developing Multimedia Presentations

Multimedia Authoring Programs

Web Authoring

Web Site Design

Making IT Work for You: Personal Web Sites

Web Authoring Programs

Emerging Applications

Virtual Reality

Knowledge-based (Expert) Systems

Robotics

A Look to the Future: The Future of Artificial Intelligence Is Emotional

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 5 System Software

System Software

Operating Systems

Features

Categories

Windows

Mac OS

UNIX and Linux

Utilities

Windows Utilities

Utility Suites

Making IT Work for You: Virus Protection

Device Drivers

A Look to the Future: IBM Builds an Aware Supercomputer

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 6 The System Unit

System Unit

Electronic Data and Instructions

Binary Coding Schemes

System Board

Microprocessor

Specialty Processors

Memory

RAM

ROM

CMOS

System Clock

Expansion Slots and Cards

Making IT Work for You: TV Tuner Cards and Video Clips

Bus Lines

Expansion Buses

Ports

Standard Ports

Cables

Power Supply

A Look to the Future: Xybernaut Corporation Makes Wearable Computers a Reality

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 7 Input and Output

What Is Input?

Keyboard Entry

Keyboards

Features

Pointing Devices

Mouse

Joystick

Touch Screen

Light Pen

Scanning Devices

Optical Scanners

Bar Code Readers

Character and Mark Recognition Devices

Image Capturing Devices

Digital Camera

Digital Video Camera

Digitizing Devices

Graphics Tablets

Digital Notebooks

Audio Input Devices

Voice

Making IT Work for You: Digital Photography

Music

What Is Output?

Monitors

Features

Cathode-Ray Tube

Flat-Panel Monitor

Other Monitors

Printers

Features

Ink-Jet Printer

Laser Printer

Thermal Printer

Other Printers

Audio-Output Devices

Combination Input and Output Devices

Fax Machines

Multifunction Devices

Internet Telephone

Terminals

A Look to the Future: Neural Signals Inc. Creates Brain-Machine Interface

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 8 Secondary Storage

Storage

Floppy Disks

Traditional Floppy Disk

High Capacity Floppy Disk

Hard Disks

Internal Hard Disk

Hard-Disk Cartridges

Hard-Disk Packs

Performance Enhancements

Optical Disks

Compact Disc

Digital Versatile Disc

Making IT Work for You: Music from the Internet

DataPlay

Other Types of Secondary Storage

Solid-State Storage

Internet Hard Drives

Magnetic Tape

A Look to the Future: Blu-Ray Technology Expected to Replace DVD

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 9 Communications and Networks

Communications

Connectivity

The Wireless Revolution

Communication Systems

Communication Channels

Physical Connections

Wireless Connections

Connection Devices

Modems

Types of Connections

Data Transmission

Bandwidth

Protocols

Networks

Terms

Network Types

Local Area Networks

Home Networks

Metropolitan Area Networks

Wide Area Networks

Making IT Work for You: Home Networking

Network Architecture

Configurations

Strategies

Organizational Internets: Intranets and Extranets

Intranets

Extranets

Firewalls

A Look to the Future: Toyota and Sony Create Wireless Robotic Car

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 10 Privacy and Security

People

Privacy

Large Databases

Private Networks

The Internet and the Web

Major Laws on Privacy

Making IT Work for You: Spyware Removal

Security

Computer Criminals

Computer Crime

Other Hazards

Measures to Protect Computer Security

Ergonomics

Physical Health

Mental Health

Design

The Environment

The Green PC

Personal Responsibility

A Look to the Future: Presence Technology Makes Finding People Easy

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 11 Information Systems

Organizational Information Flow

Functions

Management Levels

Information Flow

Computer-Based Information Systems

Transaction Processing Systems

Management Information Systems

Decision Support Systems

Executive Support Systems

Other Information Systems

Case Study: Information Systems at DVD Direct

A Look to the Future: Information Overload

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 12 Databases

Data

Data Organization

Key Field

Batch versus Real-Time Processing

Databases

Need for Databases

Database Management

DBMS Structure

Hierarchical Database

Network Database

Relational Database

Multidimensional Database

Object-Oriented Database

Types of Databases

Individual

Company or Shared

Distributed

Proprietary

Web Database

Database Uses and Issues

Strategic Uses

Security

Case Study: Databases at DVD Direct

A Look to the Future: Xperanto Makes Database Searches Easier

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 13 Systems Analysis and Design

Systems Analysis and Design

Phase 1: Preliminary Investigation

Defining the Problem

Suggesting Alternative Systems

Preparing a Short Report

Phase 2: Analysis

Gathering Data

Analyzing the Data

Documenting Systems Analysis

Phase 3: Design

Designing Alternative Systems

Selecting the Best System

Writing the Systems Design Report

Phase 4: Development

Acquiring Software

Acquiring Hardware

Testing the New System

Phase 5: Implementation

Types of Conversion

Training

Phase 6: Maintenance

Prototyping and Rapid Applications

Development

Prototyping

Rapid Applications Development

Case Study: Systems Analysis and Design at DVD Direct

A Look to the Future: Rapid Change

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 14 Programming and Languages

Programs and Programming

What Is a Program?

What Is Programming?

Step 1: Program Specification

Program Objectives

Desired Output

Input Data

Processing Requirements

Document Program Specifications

Step 2: Program Design

Top-Down Program Design

Pseudocode

Flowcharts

Logic Structures

Step 3: Program Code

The Good Program

Coding

Step 4: Program Test

Syntax Errors

Logic Errors

Testing Process

Step 5: Program Documentation

Step 6: Program Maintenance

Operations

Changing Needs

CASE and OOP

CASE Tools

Object-Oriented Software Development

Generations of Programming

Languages

Machine Languages: The First Generation

Assembly Languages: The Second Generation

High-Level Procedural Languages: The Third Generation

Problem-Oriented Languages: The Fourth Generation

Natural Languages and Visual Programming Languages: The Fifth Generation

Case Study: Programming at DVD Direct

A Look to the Future: MI-tech Takes the Pain Out of Programming

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

Chapter 15 Your Future and Information Technology

Changing Times

Technology and Organizations

New Products

New Enterprises

New Customer and Supplier Relationships

Technology and People

Cynicism

Naivete

Frustration

Proactivity

How You Can Be a Winner

Stay Current

Maintain Your Computer Competency

Making IT Work for You: Locating Job Opportunities Online

Develop Professional Contacts

Develop Specialties

Be Alert for Organizational Change

Look for Innovative Opportunities

A Look to the Future: Maintaining Computer Competency and Becoming Proactive

Visual Summary

Key Terms

Chapter Review

Using Technology

Expanding Your Knowledge

Building Your Portfolio

The Evolution of the Computer Age

The Buyer's Guide: How to Buy Your Own Microcomputer System

The Upgrader's Guide: How to Upgrade Your Own Microcomputer System

Appendix

Glossary

Credits

Index