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Product Identifiers

PublisherJones & Bartlett Learning, LLC

ISBN-101284155617

ISBN-139781284155617

eBay Product ID (ePID)6038854637

Product Key Features

Number of Pages745 Pages

Publication NameComputer Science Illuminated

LanguageEnglish

SubjectComputer Science, Security / Networking

Publication Year2019

FeaturesRevised

TypeTextbook

AuthorJohn Lewis, Nell Dale

Subject AreaComputers

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height1.1 in

Item Weight33.1 Oz

Item Length9.1 in

Item Width7.4 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number7

LCCN2018-023082

Dewey Edition23/eng/20230819

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal004

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

Table Of ContentSection Laying the Groundwork Chapter1 The Big Picture Section The Information Layer Chapter2 Binary Values and Number Systems Chapter3 Data Representation Section The Hardware Layer Chapter4 Gates and Circuits Chapter5 Computing Components Section The Programming Layer Chapter6 Low-Level Programming Languages and Pseudocode Chapter7 Problem Solving and Algorithms Chapter8 Abstract Data Types and Subprograms Chapter9 Object-Oriented Design and High-Level Programming Languages Section The Operating System Chapter10 Operating Systems Chapter11 File Systems and Directories Section The Applications Layer Chapter12 Information Systems Chapter13 Artificial Intelligence Chapter14 Simulation, Graphics, Gaming, and Other Applications Section The Communications Layer Chapter15 Networks Chapter16 The World Wide Web Chapter17 Computer Security Section In Conclusion Chapter18 Limitations of Computing

SynopsisDesigned for the introductory computing and computer science course, the student-friendly Computer Science Illuminated, Seventh Edition provides students with a solid foundation for further study, and offers non-majors a complete introduction to computing. Fully revised and updated, the Seventh Edition of this best-selling text retains the accessibility and in-depth coverage of previous editions, while incorporating all-new material on cutting-edge issues in computer science. Authored by the award-winning team Nell Dale and John Lewis, the text provides a unique and innovative layered approach, moving through the levels of computing from an organized, language-neutral perspective. New & Key Features of the Seventh Edition: -NEW & REVISED - Includes new and enhanced content on: oCloud Computing in Chapter 15 oBig Data in Chapter 12 oSmart Speakers in the home in Chapter 13 oComputer and System Security in Chapter 17 -NEW - Includes all new content in Chapter 6, Low-Level Programming Languages and Pseudocode, with updated examples using the Pep/9 machine -UPDATED - Ethical Issues at the end of each chapter have been updated to delve into current issues and trends, while new Did You Know boxes and updated biographical sketches reflect the latest information in the field -UPDATED - Aligns more broadly to the AP Computer Science Principles curriculum Introductory programming chapters are available on Navigate 2 for Python, SQL, Java, C++, JavaScript, Visual Basic, NET, Ruby, Perl, Alice, and Pascal, Designed for the introductory computing and computer science course, the student-friendly Computer Science Illuminated, Seventh Edition provides students with a solid foundation for further study, and offers non-majors a complete introduction to computing. Fully revised and updated, the Seventh Edition of this best-selling text retains the accessibility and in-depth coverage of previous editions, while incorporating all-new material on cutting-edge issues in computer science. Authored by the award-winning team Nell Dale and John Lewis, the text provides a unique and innovative layered approach, moving through the levels of computing from an organized, language-neutral perspective.New & Key Features of the Seventh Edition:* NEW & REVISED - Includes new and enhanced content on:o Cloud Computing in Chapter 15o Big Data in Chapter 12o Smart Speakers in the home in Chapter 13o Computer and System Security in Chapter 17* NEW - Includes all new content in Chapter 6, Low-Level Programming Languages and Pseudocode, with updated examples using the Pep/9 machine* UPDATED - Ethical Issues at the end of each chapter have been updated to delve into current issues and trends, while new Did You Know boxes and updated biographical sketches reflect the latest information in the field* UPDATED - Aligns more broadly to the AP Computer Science Principles curriculumIntroductory programming chapters are available on Navigate 2 for Python, SQL, Java, C++, JavaScript, Visual Basic, NET, Ruby, Perl, Alice, and Pascal, Designed for the introductory computing and computer science course, the student-friendly Computer Science Illuminated, Seventh Edition provides students with a solid foundation for further study, and offers non-majors a complete introduction to computing. Fully revised and updated, the Seventh Edition of this best-selling text retains the accessibility and in-depth coverage of previous editions, while incorporating all-new material on cutting-edge issues in computer science. Authored by the award-winning team Nell Dale and John Lewis, the text provides a unique and innovative layered approach, moving through the levels of computing from an organized, language-neutral perspective.New & Key Features of the Seventh Edition: - NEW & REVISED - Includes new and enhanced content on: o Cloud Computing in Chapter 15o Big Data in Chapter 12o Smart Speakers in the home in Chapter 13o Computer and System Security in Chapter 17- NEW - Includes all new content in Chapter 6, Low-Level Programming Languages and Pseudocode, with updated examples using the Pep/9 machine- UPDATED - Ethical Issues at the end of each chapter have been updated to delve into current issues and trends, while new Did You Know boxes and updated biographical sketches reflect the latest information in the field- UPDATED - Aligns more broadly to the AP Computer Science Principles curriculumIntroductory programming chapters are available on Navigate 2 for Python, SQL, Java, C++, JavaScript, Visual Basic, NET, Ruby, Perl, Alice, and Pascal

LC Classification NumberQA76.D285 2019