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Revised and updated with the latest information in the field, the Fourth Edition of Computer Science Illuminated continues to engage and enlighten students on the fundamental concepts and diverse capabilities of computing. Written by two of today s most respected computer science educators, Nell Dale and John Lewis, the text provides a broad overview of the many aspects of the discipline from a generic view point. Separate program language chapters are available as bundle items for those instructors who would like to explore a particular programming language with their students. The many layers of computing are thoroughly explained beginning with the information layer, working through the hardware, programming, operating systems, application, and communication layers, and ending with a discussion on the limitations of computing. Perfect for introductory computing and computer science courses, the fourth edition's thorough presentation of computing systems provides computer science majors with a solid foundation for further study, and offers non-majors a comprehensive and complete introduction to computing.

Learn the essentials of computer science Schaum’s Outline of Principles of Computer Science provides a concise overview of the theoretical foundation of computer science. It also includes focused review of object-oriented programming using Java.

Used in the classroom or as a self-study guide, this is an ideal resource for those taking the AP Computer Science exam in Java. Pearson Education’s Review for the AP Computer Science Exam in Java  covers everything you need to know to get the score you want. It is written by a former AP Exam writer and is developed to help you take advantage of her experience. This test prep guide will help you: Understand how to approach the GridWorld case study, a required part of the AP Computer Science A and AB curricula Review the most current AP Java topics (for both the A and AB exams) tested on the exam in a clear and concise manner Practice with six sample exams &emdash; three for the A and three for the AB exam Develop sound test-taking strategies with this book’s detailed review of Java, hundreds of practice questions, test taking tips, and AP-style grading guide

The second edition of this elemental handbook reviews the current state of theory and practice in the field while emphasizing a more practical/applied approach to IT topics such as information management, net-centric computing, and human computer interaction. With a complete revision of its sections on software engineering, architecture, and operating systems, this now thoroughly up-to-date manual is as cutting-edge in the new millennium as it was in the nineties. The Computer Science Handbook, Second Edition includes new information on Web-based software, speech recognition, data mining, cryptography, and distributed objects computing as well as references and sources for further information.