1001 Computer Words You Need to Know

1001 Computer Words You Need to Know

Author: Jerry Pournelle

Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 0195167759

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Defines the essential vocabulary of computers and the Internet, with more than one thousand entries, each with a sample sentence and supplementary notes, that cover everything from operating systems and software applications.


1001 Financial Words You Need to Know

1001 Financial Words You Need to Know

Author: David Bach

Publisher: OUP USA

Published: 2003-10-09

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 0195170504

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Readers can gain a lot of interest without mortgaging their time with this book of words that are really worth the money.


1001 Legal Words You Need to Know

1001 Legal Words You Need to Know

Author: Jay M. Feinman

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 0195181336

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1001 Legal Words You Need to Know explains and illuminates the most difficult and arcane vocabulary any American has to deal with-that of the law. This comprehensive but never condescending guide to the language of the American legal system carefully defines and explains every term with a sample sentence, and many entries have supplementary notes. In addition, the book includes a number of quick miniguides to legal troubleshooting that include information on understanding wills, trusts, and inheritance, granting someone the power of attorney, understanding contracts, what to do if you're sued, how to choose a lawyer, exploring law school, and enjoying cop and lawyer dramas. The backmatter contains an extensive list of legal aid organizations and a helpful bibliography of books about the law and lawyers for further reading.


ALA Glossary of Library and Information Science

ALA Glossary of Library and Information Science

Author: Michael Levine-Clark

Publisher: American Library Association

Published: 2013-05-21

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 0838996574

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This fourth edition of ALA Glossary of Library and Information Science presents a thorough yet concise guide to the specific words that describe the materials, processes and systems relevant to the field of librarianship.


American Reference Books Annual

American Reference Books Annual

Author: Bohdan S. Wynar

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 840

ISBN-13:

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1970- issued in 2 vols.: v. 1, General reference, social sciences, history, economics, business; v. 2, Fine arts, humanities, science and engineering.


1001 Computer Words You Need to Know

1001 Computer Words You Need to Know

Author: Jerry Pournelle

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2004-06-03

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 0199769915

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1001 Computer Words You Need to Know explains and illuminates the essential vocabulary of computers and the Internet. This comprehensive, but never condescending guide to the language of the electronic age carefully defines and explains every term with a sample sentence, and many entries have supplementary notes. In addition, the book includes a number of quick miniguides to managing your online life - dealing with Windows and Macs (and sometimes *nix), burning CDs and downloading files, word processing, spread-sheeting, connecting to the Internet (dialup, cable, DSL, wireless) surfing, IMing and emailing, taking digital photos, coping with networks, memory, and drives, and just plain coping with your computer. The backmatter contains an extensive list of helpful websites and an essay about online language and etiquette.