Even if you never intend to become a computer nerd, with this book you can learn to talk like one! The author provides uncomplicated explanations of fuzzy computer terms and a key to pronunciation, as well as a special section of cryptic symbols and acronyms and their explanations. Word (and nerd) history also included.
Packed with over 2,000 up–to–date terms for quick and easy lookup! Explains the latest computer jargon — in plain English
Includes loads of handy Web lingo
Find out how to pronounce and use thousands of terms!
Unless you find pocket protectors fashionable, yuu′re probably not totally hip to the never–ending stream of new technobabble. Get up to speed on the latest geek speak with this fun dictionary, which includes coverage of the latest products, technologies, and buzzwords — DSL, XHTML, USB, and many more!
Discover how to:
- Make sense of all those acronyms
- Define the latest Internet jargon
- Use computer terms correctly
- Get up to speed on new processors
- Decipher topics from Active to XML
THE DUMMIES WAYTM
- Explanations in plain English
- "Get in, get out" information
- Icons and other navigational aids
- Tear–out cheat sheet
- Top ten lists
- A dash of humor and fun
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