computers

Readers can anticipate an intriguing overview of the ciphers, codes, algorithms, and keys used in real-life situations to keep peoples' information safe and secure.

Simple text and photographs discuss what computers are used for, including how to store information, search online, play games, and more.

"Ever wonder what goes on inside your computer? [This book takes] a look into how processors, networks, and more are all connected"--Provided by publisher.

Details some of the biggest computer technology breakthroughs like the integrated circuit and the Pascaline calculator.

Introduces young readers to Ada Lovelace and her contributions to computer science. Includes a glossary and additional resources.

Explores the social aspects of the rise of the Internet and the increasing power of computing and dealing with information online, as well as the dangers of privacy hackers and how society might be negatively affected by the Internet.

Presents a biography of Ada Lovelace, the brilliant Englishwoman (and daughter of Lord Byron) who developed the first computer program over a hundred years before the advent of modern computers.

This succinct title breaks down the complex mechanisms behind audio and video streaming and explains them in terms a middle-school-aged audience can understand. This volume introduces the concept of streaming and then explains how it works and what its uses are. Along the way, important digital terminology and concepts are introduced, such as bandwidth, codecs, plugins, and protocol. A discussion of Internet safety and how to produce and share streaming content wraps up this enlightening text.

"[Teaches young readers how] to bust boredom with technology. Learn how to put together a digital photo album, create a blog, produce a stop-motion movie, and [more]"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses twelve of the biggest technology improvements in computer technology.