Collins Dictionary of Personal Computing

Sinclair, Ian Robertson

ISBN 10: 0004343867 / ISBN 13: 9780004343860

Published by Collins, 1992

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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine. Seller Inventory # CHL1393677

Bibliographic Details

Title: Collins Dictionary of Personal Computing

Publisher: Collins

Publication Date: 1992

Binding: Paperback

Condition: Used; Very Good

About this title

Synopsis:

A dictionary for everyone who uses a personal computer. It contains definitions and explanations of over 3500 terms and covers fundamental terms such as binary and bit while also giving explanations of the latest concepts. All the technical terms are cross-referenced throughout.

From the Back Cover:

The second edition of the 'Collins Dictionary of Personal Computing' has been extensively revised and updated to meet the needs of all who use computers at home or at work. The Dictionary is a valuable guide to the terminology of the computer world and the jargon of computer magazines and software manuals. It is written for the personal computer user of the late 1990's, and provides nearly 4000 entries, which give a clear and accessible account of the terminology of both hardware and software.

• Includes the terms found in the manuals of the most up-to-date software packages such as Windows 95, the Microsoft Office collection or the Lotus programs
• Clarifies the jargon of error messages
• Explains the terms you are likely to encounter in connection with upgrading your machine
• Contains many new entries, ranging from 'applet' to 'Zmodem 'and from 'Explorer' to 'Excel'.