Publisher's Synopsis
Whether you're a computer novice or a computer professional, Webster's New World Computer Dictionary is one of the most useful references you can buy. It gives you clear and concise definitions for more than 4,750 computer terms. You'll find coverage of standards and protocols in storage, memory, peripherals, and more-plus information on computer security, legislation, and computer and Internet technology. Cross-referencing throughout directs you effortlessly to related terms and concepts that help you understand more about a given subject and put it into a larger context. From using e-mail and going on the Internet to buying or upgrading a computer to boning up on terminology for a computer industry job, this invaluable resource gives you instant flip-and-find access to the information you need-from A (applet) to Z (zip drive).
