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For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.

A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today’s Student! Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.

Wants vs. Needs

Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.  It teaches the practical concepts students want to learn (such as setting up a wireless network), while still covering the material they need to learn (such as how networks function).

Annotated Instructor’s Edition

Working hand-in-hand, a new Technology in Action Annotated Instructor’s Edition provides chapter-by-chapter recommendations from the authors on how to successfully use the companion media and resources in a course, while the new Instructor Resource CD allows you to reorganize and customize assets to fit your own teaching style.

Learn By Experience

A unique approach teaches computer technology the way students would actually experience it in real life, not a history lesson on computers.  The topic sequence has concepts covered using a spiraling approach between chapters in order to mirror the typical student learning experience. For example:

• Computer hardware is introduced in Chapter 2, but then covered in greater depth in Chapters 6, 8, and 9.

Unique Companion Media

Technology in Action’srich companion media have proven to engage students in and out of the classroom while providing essential training on computer concepts.

• Soundbytes — These multimedia lessons demystify computer concepts with audio and video presentations, now in a new and improved interface with enhanced navigation and a transcript feature.

• NEW! Soundbyte on Blogging!

• NEW! Soundbytes are also available as Podcasts!

• Soundbytes are now available in an improved interface with easier navigation and a transcript feature.

• Active Helpdesk with Assessment — These highly interactive, engaging, almost game-like media place the student in the role of a helpdesk staffer answering computer technology questions from callers.

• A virtual supervisor provides support to the student throughout calls as in real-life.

• Assessment questions after each call provide instructors with a tool to gauge and track students’ progress. A performance report can be printed, saved, or emailed.

• Features a Spanish transcript your students can access while using the Active Helpdesk.

• Companion Website — www.pearsonhighered.com/techinaction features an interactive study guide, downloadable supplements, additional Web Research Projects, Web resource links such as Careers in IT and crossword puzzles, plus bonus chapters on the latest trends and hottest topics in information technology.

• VangoNotes Study Guide — Study on the go with VangoNotes. Just download chapter reviews from your text and listen to them on any mp3 player.  Now wherever you are–whatever you’re doing–you can study by listening to the following for each chapter of your textbook:

• Big Ideas — Your “need to know” for each chapter.
• Practice Test — A gut check for the Big Ideas —tells you if you need to keep studying.
• Key Terms — Audio “flashcards” to help you review key terms and concepts.
• Rapid Review — A quick drill session — use it right before your test.

VangoNotes are flexible; download all the material directly to your player, or only the chapters you need.  And they’re efficient.  Use them in your car, at the gym, walking to class, wherever. So get yours today. And get studying.

OTHER TOPICS OF DISTINCTION

* NEW! “Ethics in IT” boxes — Examine the ethical dilemmas caused by technology.

* Features for the Student —

·        Numbered objectives posed as questions open each chapter and outline what the student will learn.

·        Visual media cues at the bottom of the textbook pages indicate the companion media that aligns with the text material.

·        Question and Answer format of the material is designed to keep students engaged by a constant dialogue.

·        Dig Deeper sections cover technical topics in depth to challenge more advanced students.

·        Technology in Focus special sections teach students key uses of technology today, including a new TIF on Information Technology Ethics.

·        Bits and Bytes sections offer information on computer maintenance.

·        Trends in IT explore new and emerging technologies, computers in society, careers in computing, and ethical considerations.

·        Behind the Scenes keep more experiences students engaged by challenging them with interesting research assignments.

* Comprehensive End-of-Chapter Material

·        Multiple Choice, True/False exercises provide additional reinforcement and review for students.

·        Multimedia Page outlines how the media components, Active Helpdesk, Soundbytes, and Companion Website, work in the chapter.

·        Transition to the next semester assignments cover topics like using the Web on campus.

·        Critical Thinking Questions are designed to demand the full attention of the student.

·        Team Activities are designed for instructors who want to use team projects, but need some structure.

New To This Edition

WHAT'S NEW: ANNOTATED INSTRUCTOR'S EDITION FEATURES

Working hand-in-hand, a new Technology in Action Annotated Instructor’s Edition provides chapter-by-chapter recommendations from the authors on how to successfully use the companion media and resources in a course, while the new Instructor Resource CD allows you to reorganize and customize assets to fit your own teaching style.

• NEW! Instructor's Edition now includes an additional tab for each chapter focused completely on Ethics.  This is designed to make it easier for instructors to incorporate ethics discussions into the classroom, relevant to every chapter.

WHAT'S NEW: UNIQUE COMPANION MEDIA FEATURES

• Soundbytes — These multimedia lessons demystify computer concepts with audio and video presentations, now in a new and improved interface with enhanced navigation and a transcript feature.
• NEW! Soundbyte on Blogging!
• NEW! Soundbytes are also available as Podcasts!
• NEW! Soundbytes are now available in an improved interface with easier navigation and a transcript feature.

WHAT'S NEW: TEXTBOOK FEATURES

* NEW! “Ethics in IT” boxes — Examine the ethical dilemmas caused by technology.

* NEW!  An additional Technology in Focus mini-chapter on "Information Technology Ethics"

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 

Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Literate

Technology in Focus: The History of the PC

Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts

Chapter 3

Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web’s Resources

Technology in Focus: Information Technology Ethics

Chapter 4

Application Software: Programs that Let You Work and Play

Chapter 5

Using System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management

Technology in Focus: Computing Alternatives

Chapter 6

Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System

Networking and Security: Connecting Computers and Keeping Them Safe From Hackers and Viruses

Technology in Focus: Protecting Your Computer and Backing Up Your Data

Chapter 8

Mobile Computing: Keeping Your Data on Hand

Technology in Focus: Digital Entertainment

Behind the Scenes: A Closer Look at System Hardware

Technology in Focus: Careers in IT

Chapter 10

Behind the Scenes: Software Programming

Chapter 11

Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems

Chapter 12

Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security

Chapter 13

Behind the Scenes: The Internet: How It Works

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Computing Concepts  [TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION]   (CIS: Computing Concepts)

Previous Edition(s)

• Technology In Action, Complete, 4/E
  Evans, Martin & Poatsy
  ©2008  |  Prentice Hall  |  Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 704 pp  |  Out of Stock
  ISBN-10: 0132253569  |  ISBN-13: 9780132253567
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• Technology In Action Complete, 9/E
  Evans, Martin & Poatsy
  ©2013  |  Prentice Hall  |  Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 736 pp  |  Instock
  ISBN-10: 0132838737  |  ISBN-13: 9780132838733
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  For introductory courses in Computer Concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.
  
  A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today’s Student!
  
  Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.
  

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• Technology In Action Complete, 9/E
  Evans, Martin & Poatsy
  ©2013  |  Prentice Hall  |  Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 736 pp  |  Instock
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  For introductory courses in Computer Concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.
  
  A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today’s Student!
  
  Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.
  

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• Technology In Action, Complete, 6/E
  Evans, Poatsy & Martin
  ©2010  |  Prentice Hall  |  Paper; 736 pp  |  Instock
  ISBN-10: 0135046246  |  ISBN-13: 9780135046241
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  For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.
  
  A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today’s Student! Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.
  
  The sixth edition has been updated to reflect the latest developments in computer technology. New interactive learning tools have also been added to enhance student engagement.
  
  

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• Technology In Action, Complete, 8/E
  Evans, Martin & Poatsy
  ©2012  |  Prentice Hall  |  Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 720 pp  |  Instock
  ISBN-10: 0131391577  |  ISBN-13: 9780131391574
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• Technology In Action, Complete Version, 7/E
  Evans, Martin & Poatsy
  ©2011  |  Prentice Hall  |  Paper; 720 pp  |  Instock
  ISBN-10: 0135096693  |  ISBN-13: 9780135096697
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  For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.
  
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  The seventh edition has been updated to reflect the latest developments in computer technology.

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