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Introduction To Programming Using Visual Basic 2010, 8th ed.
by David I. SchneiderAn Introduction to Programming Using Visual Basic 2010, Eighth Edition, -- consistently praised by both students and instructors -- is designed for students with no prior computer programming experience. Now updated for Visual Basic 2010, Schneider focuses on teaching problem-solving skills and sustainable programming skills. A broad range of real-world examples, section-ending exercises, case studies, and programming projects gives students more hands-on experience than any other Visual Basic book on the market.
Computer Networks
by Andrew Tanenbaum David WetherallAppropriate for Computer Networking or Introduction to Networking courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, CIS, MIS, and Business Departments. <p> Tanenbaum takes a structured approach to explaining how networks work from the inside out. He starts with an explanation of the physical layer of networking, computer hardware and transmission systems; then works his way up to network applications. Tanenbaum's in-depth application coverage includes email; the domain name system; the World Wide Web (both client- and server-side); and multimedia (including voice over IP, Internet radio video on demand, video conferencing, and streaming media. Each chapter follows a consistent approach: Tanenbaum presents key principles, then illustrates them utilizing real-world example networks that run through the entire book--the Internet, and wireless networks, including Wireless LANs, broadband wireless and Bluetooth. The Fifth Edition includes a chapter devoted exclusively to network security. The textbook is supplemented by a Solutions Manual, as well as a Website containing PowerPoint slides, art in various forms, and other tools for instruction, including a protocol simulator whereby students can develop and test their own network protocols.
Data Abstraction and Problem Solving with Java: Walls & Mirrors (3rd Edition)
by Janet J. Prichard Frank CarranoThe book aims to give students a superior foundation in data abstraction, object-oriented programming, and other modern problem-solving techniques.
Wireless Communications and Networks, Second Edition
by William StallingsWireless Communications and Networks, 2e, provides one of the most up-to-date and accurate overviews of wireless principles, technology, and application. It is ideal for courses in wireless networking, wireless communications, wireless data communications or wireless technology in departments of Computer Science, Engineering, IT, and Continuing Education. The rapid growth of mobile telephone use, satellite services, and the wireless Internet are generating tremendous changes in telecommunications and networking. Combining very current technical depth with a strong pedagogy and advanced Web support, this new edition provides a comprehensive guide to wireless technology--exploring key topics such as technology and architecture, network types, design approaches, and the latest applications.
Database Systems: The Complete Book
by Hector Garcia-Molina Jeffrey D. Ullman Jennifer WidomDatabase Systems: The Complete Book is ideal for Database Systems and Database Design and Application courses offered at the junior, senior and graduate levels in Computer Science departments. A basic understanding of algebraic expressions and laws, logic, basic data structure, OOP concepts, and programming environments is implied. <p><p> Written by well-known computer scientists, this introduction to database systems offers a comprehensive approach, focusing on database design, database use, and implementation of database applications and database management systems. <p> The first half of the book provides in-depth coverage of databases from the point of view of the database designer, user, and application programmer. It covers the latest database standards SQL:1999, SQL/PSM, SQL/CLI, JDBC, ODL, and XML, with broader coverage of SQL than most other texts. The second half of the book provides in-depth coverage of databases from the point of view of the DBMS implementor. It focuses on storage structures, query processing, and transaction management. The book covers the main techniques in these areas with broader coverage of query optimization than most other texts, along with advanced topics including multidimensional and bitmap indexes, distributed transactions, and information integration techniques.
Learning to Program with Alice
by Wanda P. Dann Stephen Cooper Randy PauschWith the rise of object-oriented languages, computer science faculty must squeeze far more content--and far more challenging concepts--into introductory courses. The result: many novices find introductory programming courses extremely frustrating, and some even abandon computer science altogether. Alice was designed from the ground up to make contemporary programming concepts far easier to teach-and to learn. In this highly anticipated book, Alice's creators and key innovators offer a complete introduction to the Alice 3D interactive graphics programming environment.
Learning Adobe Photoshop Cs2
by Lisa A. BuckiDesigned for students at a variety of skill levels, Learning Adobe Photoshop CS2 teaches using real-world design examples. The Learning series provides students with a total-immersion, hands-on tutorial that walks them step-by-step, mouse-click by mouse-click, keystroke by keystroke through all the features of the software application. The well-illustrated, spiral-bound text contains easy-to-read, appealingly formatted procedural explanations and step-by-step exercises in a multi-part Lesson format.
Exploring Microsoft Office 2007
by Robert T. GrauerExploring has been Prentice Hall's most successful Office Application series of the past 15 years. For Office 2007, Exploring has undergone the most extensive changes in its history, so that it can truly more today's student "beyond the point and click."
Learning Computer Applications: Projects and Exercises Third Edition
by Lisa A. BuckiLearning Computer Applications: Projects And Exercises Chapters: Introduction to computers and applications -- File management -- Word processing -- Desktop publishing -- Spreadsheet -- Database -- Presentation graphics--
Digital Graphics and Animation with Adobe® Illustrator® 10, Adobe® Photoshop® 7, and Macromedia® Flash® MX
by Prentice HallDigital Graphics and Animation includes two types of projects: free-form projects and step-by-step projects.
Agile Estimating and Planning
by Mike CohnAgile Estimating and Planning is the definitive, practical guide to estimating and planning agile projects. In this book, Agile Alliance cofounder Mike Cohn discusses the philosophy of agile estimating and planning and shows you exactly how to get the job done, with real-world examples and case studies.
Internet Denial of Service: Attack and Defense Mechanisms
by Jelena Mirkovic Sven Dietrich David Dittrich Peter ReiherSuddenly your Web server becomes unavailable. When you investigate, you realize that a flood of packets is surging into your network. You have just become one of the hundreds of thousands of victims of a denial-of-service attack, a pervasive and growing threat to the Internet. What do you do? <p><p> Internet Denial of Service sheds light on a complex and fascinating form of computer attack that impacts the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of millions of computers worldwide. It tells the network administrator, corporate CTO, incident responder, and student how DDoS attacks are prepared and executed, how to think about DDoS, and how to arrange computer and network defenses. It also provides a suite of actions that can be taken before, during, and after an attack.
Oracle SQL by Example (3rd edition)
by Alice RischertOracle SQL by Example, Third Edition is a convenient, quick way to master Oracle SQL. This unique integrated book-and-Web learning solution teaches all the SQL skills you will need to succeed in an Oracle environment. Through hands-on, real-world labs, exercises, projects, and a superb Web-based training site, the book teaches administrators and programmers alike the core skills required for their jobs. Coverage includes every key Oracle SQL concept, including: entity-relationship diagrams, the SQL*Plus environment, SELECT and other statements, Boolean operations, joins, aggregate and not-aggregate functions. Each chapter contains review exercises that help the reader master the important skills before they move on.
Java: An Eventful Approach
by Kim B. Bruce Andrea Pohoreckyj Danyluk Thomas P. MurtaghJava, an object-oriented language with many standard libraries, offers both complexities and opportunities. This introductory book makes use of a new approach to understanding programming in Java. Provides an objects-first approach to programming. Introduces object-oriented graphics and writing methods early in the book. Motivates readers to use event-driven programming. Reinforces the importance of understanding several threads. For anyone interested in the programming language of Java.
MIPS Assembly Language Programming
by Robert BrittonUsers of this book will gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts of contemporary computer architecture, starting with a Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC).
Assistive Technology in the Classroom: Enhancing the School Experiences of Students With Disabilities (Second Edition)
by Amy G. Dell Deborah A. Newton Jerry G. PetroffThe book takes a look at the most effective uses of assistive technology for students with disabilities that emphasizes the link between technology and learning.
Java Software Solutions for AP Computer Science
by John Lewis William Loftus Cara Cocking Susan HorwitzJava Software Solutions for AP Computer Science Third Edition by Susan Horwitz, Cara Cocking, William Loftus, and John Lewis.
UNIX Unbounded: A Beginning Approach
by Amir AfzalUNIX Unbounded: A Beginning Approach is ideal for introductory courses in the UNIX operating system. It is also serves as a suitable introduction to UNIX for professionals. Using clear-cut examples, this tutorial introduces readers to the UNIX operating system, including its historical development, major versions, and important features. It covers the topics necessary for users to function independently and handle routine tasks, giving readers a foundation for exploring more advanced UNIX topics.
Assistive Technology For Children And Youth With Disabilities
by Mary Ann Marchel Denise M. Clark Thomas A. FischerEncompassing home, school and community environments, Assistive Technology for Children and Youth with Disabilities highlights the vast amount of supports available for children with disabilities from birth to age 21. An informative resource, the text details not only what types of assistive technology exist, but also how to select technology to meet specific students needs and match specific environmental circumstances. Chapters address the broad range of technologies now available, including supports for mobility, positioning, access, academic areas, behavior problems, recreation, and transitioning. Case examples, vignettes and activities provide practical, real-life examples that show how to use assistive technology to improve the independence and participation of students with special needs.
The C Programming Language (Second Edition)
by Brian Kernighan Dennis RitchieIntroduces the features of the C programming language, discusses data types, variables, operators, control flow, functions, pointers, arrays, and structures, and looks at the UNIX system interface.
Real-time Systems
by Jane W. S. LiuWritten by a renowned authority, this advanced text comprehensively covers the advances in real-time operating systems and communications networks, emphasizing research results that have been adopted in state-of-the-art systems.
Trigonometry Enhanced with Graphing Utilities (3rd Edition)
by Michael Sullivan"The Sullivan Enhanced with Graphing Utilities" series fully integrates the graphing calculator. These widely adopted books are known for their precise careful presentation of mathematics. This precision permeates the book and is particularly evident in the examples, pedagogy and exercises. This book includes coverage of trigonometric functions and their applications, analytic trigonometry, polar coordinates and vectors, and exponential and logarithmic functions. For anyone who needs to brush up on everyday or business-related mathematics.
Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database Administrator's Guidebook
by Carl H. SpeshockThis isn't just a start-to-finish guide to Microsoft SQL Server 2000 database administration. It's a practical guide for those migrating from Oracle® or Sybase®plus an indispensable resource for managers who must hire and supervise SQL Server DBAs. Carl H. Speshock defines the SQL Server DBA role by covering every DBA skill required to administer and manage robust, secure, and scalable SQL Server environments-- both technical and managerial.
Business Computer Information Systems II (Texas Edition)
by Pearson EducationBusiness Computer Information Systems II presents advanced concepts and skills of Microsoft Office XP (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Outlook®). Through a learn-by-doing approach, students are challenged to master Microsoft Office within a business context. Additional features throughout the book also provide insight into how software can be used in other academic areas and in the business world.