دانلود کتاب FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTERS

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Title Contents 1. Understanding the Computer 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Evolution of Computers 1.3 Generations of Computers 1.4 Classifi cation of Computers 1.5 Computing Concepts 1.6 The Computer System 1.7 Applications of Computers Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 2. Computer Organisation and Architecture 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Central Processing Unit 2.3 Internal Communications 2.4 Machine Cycle 2.5 The Bus 2.6 Instruction Set Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 3. Memory and Storage Systems 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Memory Representation 3.3 Random Access Memory 3.4 Read Only Memory 3.5 Storage Systems 3.6 Magnetic Storage Systems 3.7 Optical Storage Systems 3.8 Magneto Optical Systems 3.9 Solid-state Storage Devices 3.10 Storage Evaluaton Criteria Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 4. Input Devices 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Keyboard 4.3 Pointing Devices 4.4 Scanning Devices 4.5 Optical Recognition Devices 4.6 Digital Camera 4.7 Voice Recognition System 4.8 Data Acquisition Sensors 4.9 Media Input Devices Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 5. Output Devices 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Display Monitors 5.3 Printers 5.4 Impact Printers 5.5 Non-impact Printers 5.6 Plotters 5.7 Voice Output Systems 5.8 Projectors 5.9 Terminals Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 6. Computer Codes 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Decimal System 6.3 Binary System 6.4 Hexadecimal System 6.5 Octal System 6.6 4-bit Binary Coded Decimal (BCD) Systems 6.7 8-bit BCD Systems 6.8 16-bit Unicode 6.9 Conversion of Numbers Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 7. Computer Arithmetic 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Binary Addition 7.3 Binary Multiplication 7.4 Binary Subtraction 7.5 Binary Division 7.6 Signed/unsigned Numbers 7.7 Complements of Binary Numbers 7.8 Binary Subtraction Using Complements 7.9 Representing Numbers 7.10 Integer Arithmetic 7.11 Floating-point Arithmetic 7.12 Errors in Arithmetic 7.13 Laws of Arithmetic Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 8. Boolean Algebra of Switching Circuits 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Elements of Boolean Algebra 8.3 Basic Postulates of Boolean Algebra 8.4 Boolean Operations 8.5 Principle of Duality 8.6 Basic Laws of Boolean Algebra 8.7 Demorgan’s Theorem 8.8 Boolean Expressions 8.9 Venn Diagram Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 9. Logic Gates and Digital Circuits 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Basic Logic Gates 9.3 Derived Logic Gates 9.4 Conversion of Boolean Functions 9.5 Adder Circuits 9.6 Flip-fl op Circuits 9.7 Application of Flip-fl ops Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 10. Computer Software 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Types of Computer Software 10.3 System Management Programs 10.4 System Development Programs 10.5 Standard Application Programs 10.6 Unique Application Programs 10.7 Problem Solving 10.8 Structuring the Logic 10.9 Using the Computer Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 11. Operating Systems 11.1 Introduction 11.2 History of Operating Systems 11.3 Functions of Operating Systems 11.4 Process Management 11.5 Memory Management 11.6 File Management 11.7 Device Management 11.8 Security Management 11.9 Types of Operating Systems 11.10 Providing User Interface 11.11 Popular Operating Systems Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 12. Microsoft Software 12.1 Introduction 12.2 MS-DOS 12.3 MS Word System 12.4 MS Excel System 12.5 MS Powerpoint System 12.6 MS Access System 12.7 MS Publisher Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 13. Programming Languages 13.1 Introduction 13.2 History of Programming Languages 13.3 Generations of Programming Languages 13.4 Characteristics of a Good Programming Language 13.5 Categorisation of High-level Languages 13.6 Popular High-level Languages 13.7 Factors Affecting the Choice of a Language 13.8 Developing a Program 13.9 Running a Program Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 14. Data Communications and Networks 14.1 Introduction 14.2 Data Communication Using Modem 14.3 Computer Network 14.4 Network Topologies 14.5 Network Protocols and Software 14.6 Applications of Network Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 15. The Internet and World Wide Web 15.1 Introduction 15.2 History of Internet 15.3 Internet Applications 15.4 Understanding the World Wide Web 15.5 Web Browsers 15.6 Browsing the internet 15.7 Using a Search Engine 15.8 Email Service 15.9 Protocols Used for the Internet Chapter Summary Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions 16. Introduction to C Programming 16.1 Introduction 16.2 Characer set, Keywords and Data Types 16.3 Preprocessor Directives 16.4 Constants and Variable Types 16.5 Operators and Statements 16.6 Control Statements 16.7 Arrays and Strings 16.8 Functions 16.9 Structures 16.10 Pointers 16.11 Files in C Chapter Summary Sample Programs Key Terms to Remember Review Questions Fill in the blanks Multiple Choice Questions Discussion Questions Appendix A Appendix B