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Book synopsis

It’s axiomatic to state that people fear what they do not understand, and this is especially true when it comes to technology. However, despite their prevalence, computers remain shrouded in mystery, and many users feel apprehensive when interacting with them. Smartphones have only exacerbated the issue. Indeed, most users of these devices leverage only a small fraction of the power they hold in their hands.

How Things Work: The Computer Science Edition

is a roadmap for readers who want to overcome their technophobia and harness the full power of everyday technology. Beginning with the basics, the book demystifies the mysterious world of computer science, explains its fundamental concepts in simple terms, and answers the questions many users feel too intimidated to ask.

By the end of the book, readers will understand how computers and smart devices function and, more important, how they can make these devices work for them. To complete the picture, the book also introduces readers to the darker side of modern technology: security and privacy concerns, identity theft, and threats from the Dark Web.

Book details

• Full title: How Things Work
• Subtitle: The Computer Science Edition
• Author: Charles F. Bowman
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardback
• Number of pages: 250
• EAN: 9780367568375
• ISBN: 0367568373
• ID: 35825740
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Weight: 660 g
• Dimensions: 254 × 178 mm
• Date of publishing: 26. August 2021

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