Cyberdictionary: Your Guide to the Wired World - Softcover

Morse, David; Morse Randy Brian A.D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1888232048 ISBN 13: 9781888232042

Publisher: Knowledge Exchange, 1997

Synopsis

Explains terms used in online searching and computing, and provides the historical background of "cyberspace"

About this title

From the Publisher

HOW TO SUCCEED IN A BRAVE NEW CYBERWORLD

Organized in an easy-to-use A to Z format, CyberDictionary is the book for the tens of millions of Net surfers and novice Netter. This reader-friendly, four-color reference is filled with fascinating mini-essays, more than 900 easy-to-understand definitions of cyberwords and time-saving tips to make navigating the Net easy, exciting and enlightening.

In clear, concise language, CyberDictionary will give readers the inside scoop on Net search engines and "smileys" (the Net equivalent of body language), take them to a cybercafe, explore the cyberpunk phenomenon and provide provocative commentary from the famous and the infamous. Quite simply, CyberDictionary is THE book to have if you want to succeed in the brave new cyberworld.

About the author

David Morse is the founder and chairman of Crystal Dynamics, Inc., one of Silicon Valley's leading game companies. Previously, he cofounded the 3DO Company and NTG Engineering, which conceived the 32-bit home entertainment system with 3DO. As chairman of Epyx, Inc., Morse led the development of the Lynx portable game system. In addition, he founded and was president and CEO of Amiga Computer, Inc., another major Silicon Valley success story.

"The world of technology and computing has come a long way. Some of the most creative and innovative people have been attracted by its potential and have created new uses and applications.

This process is continuing. We invite you to take advantage of the information, insights and humor contained in CyberDictionary to launch your own journey into the future."--from the introduction by David Morse

"Useful and informative...Morse has done a commendable job of harnessing some of the fugitive vernacular of cyberspace."--Library Journal

Synopsis

Organized alphabetically, this reference is designed for the use of Net surfers and novice "Netters". It contains mini-essays, over 900 definitions and a selection of time-saving tips.

Edition details

• Publisher: Knowledge Exchange
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1888232048
• ISBN 13: 9781888232042
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 300