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Dictionary of Computer Science, Engineering, and Technology

by Laplante, Phillip
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Overview

A complete lexicon of technical information, the Dictionary of Computer Science, Engineering, and Technology provides workable definitions, practical information, and enhances general computer science and engineering literacy. It spans various disciplines and industry sectors such as: telecommunications, information theory, and software and hardware systems. If you work with, or write about computers, this dictionary is the single most important resource you can put on your shelf.
The dictionary addresses all aspects of computing and computer technology from multiple perspectives, including the academic, applied, and professional vantage points. Including more than 8,000 terms, it covers all major topics from artificial intelligence to programming languages, from software engineering to operating systems, and from database management to privacy issues. The definitions provided are detailed rather than concise.
Written by an international team of over 80 contributors, this is the most comprehensive and easy-to-read reference of its kind. If you need to know the definition of anything related to computers you will find it in the Dictionary of Computer Science, Engineering, and Technology.

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This dictionary provides workable definitions and practical information, useful for those who work with or write about computers. Some 7,500 terms are defined, encompassing subjects from artificial intelligence to programming languages, from software engineering to operating systems. Lightly illustrated. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Book Details

Published
December 21, 2000
Publisher
CRC Press
Pages
560
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780849326912

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