Columbia College Summer 2008

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Chapters we will cover in this class

Week 2

Chapter 1

      Why Computers Matter to You:

      Becoming Computer Fluent

http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_evans_techinaction_1/0,8697,1104868-,00.html

 

Week 3

Chapter 2

      Looking at Computers:

      Understanding the Parts

http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_evans_techinaction_1/0,8697,1104928-,00.html

 

Week 4

Chapter 3

      Using the Internet:

      Making the Most of the Web’s Resources

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Week 5

Chapter 4

      Application Software:

      Programs that Let You Work and Play

http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_evans_techinaction_1/0,8697,1105119-,00.html

 

Week 6

Chapter 5

      Using System Software:

      The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management

http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_evans_techinaction_1/0,8697,1105188-,00.html

 

Week 7

Chapter 6

      Evaluating Your System:

      Understanding and Assessing Hardware

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Week 8

Chapter 7

      Networking and Security:

      Connecting Computers and Keeping Them Safe from Hackers and Viruses

http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_evans_techinaction_1/0,8697,1105530-,00.html

 

Week 9

Chapter 8

      Mobile Computing:

      Keeping Your Data on Hand

http://wps.prenhall.com/bp_evans_techinaction_1/0,8697,1105774-,00.html

 

Week 10

Chapter 9

      Behind the Scenes:

Inside the System Unit

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