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The history of computing could be told as the story of hardware and software, or the story of the Internet, or the story of "smart" hand-held devices, with subplots involving IBM, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, and Twitter. In this concise and accessible account of the invention and development of digital technology, computer historian Paul Ceruzzi offers a broader and more useful perspective. He identifies four major threads that run throughout all...
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With this extraordinary first volume in what promises to be an epoch-making masterpiece, Neal Stephenson hacks into the secret histories of nations and the private obsessions of men, decrypting with dazzling virtuosity the forces that shaped this century. As an added bonus, the e-book edition of this New York Times bestseller includes an excerpt from Stephenson's new novel, Seveneves.
In 1942, Lawrence Pritchard Waterhouse—mathematical
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"Take a look into the fascinating world of computer science, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years"--Publisher's website.
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"A nuts-and-bolts explainer book that explores what cryptography does, how it keeps us secure in cyberspace, and why it is so controversial. Though we may not see it, cryptography plays a critical role in our everyday lives, from the movies we stream and our Google searches to even opening our car doors with electronic key fobs. Broadly defined as a set of tools for establishing the basic elements of security in cyberspace, cryptography enables us...
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" What were the talents that allowed certain inventors and entrepreneurs to turn their visionary ideas into disruptive realities? What led to their creative leaps? Why did some succeed and others fail? Beginning with Ada Lovelace, Lord Byron's daughter, who pioneered computer programming in the 1840s, Walter Isaacson explores the fascinating personalities that created our current digital revolution. For an era that seeks to foster innovation, creativity,...
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"Computer scientists code the programs that we use every day on our computers, tablets, and smartphones. They help us work, communicate, and play games. Women in Computer Science looks at individuals who are making a major difference in this field."--Publisher's website.
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Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have never been more important. Just about every part of our lives is touched by one or more of those fields. In this book, check out many stories from the world of Information Technology, including these breaking headlines: Science: Psychology's Impact on Social Media Technology: 3D Printing . . . From a Smart Phone? Engineering: New Batteries-More Power! Math: Math Models Break Secret Codes! Inside,...
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Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview:
#1 Our universe has woken up and become aware of itself. From a small blue planet, tiny conscious parts have begun gazing out into the cosmos with telescopes, and have found that everything they thought existed is merely a small part of something greater.
#2 The first step in the cosmic awakening was the formation of light and heat from the Big Bang. As our universe...
15) Wonderful wikis
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Learn how to use wikis effectively and responsibily.
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A single error in a line of code can cause a computer program to go haywire or stop working entirely. Luckily coding has a process for dealing with errors: debugging. Debugging consists of finding and fixing errors in code. You don't have to work as a coder to develop your debugging skills, though. The simple activities in this book help readers develop their logic skills and an eagle eye for spotting errors, both of which are indispensible in coding...
17) Computer science
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How can computers talk to one another . . . and to you? Why is artificial intelligence the new buzzword? How can computers make you healthier? The answers to all those questions- and more-are in science . . . and in this book. Computers are a vital part of the world today, so the more you know about them and how they work, the better off you'll be. Read on to find out more about how they are made and used. And it's not just computers-science is all...
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"From schoolwork to gaming, computers are a part of just about everyone's daily life. Still, talking about something that has gone wrong with a PC, server, hardware, or software can be a challenge for the layperson. This book is exactly what young readers need to get ahead in the world of computers. It contains the essential vocabulary used to talk about the parts of computers and their programs as well as the problems one might encounter. Each definition...
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"[D]iscusses the history of the abacus, the Jacquard loom, computer animation programs, and the Apple computer in the order they were developed. The book shows how each subsequent invention was predicated on the invention before, how these innovations shaped the creative process, and how computers have come to play an integral role in our daily lives."-- $c Publisher' s web site.
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This title introduces the concepts of debugging and problem solving in coding by using relatable real-world examples in the reader's everyday life. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.