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The Sixth Edition Of This Classic Text For The Breadthfirst Computer Science Course Has Been Thoroughly Updated To Discuss Increasingly Important Trends Such As Networking, Objectoriented Programming, And Genetic Algorithms. Author And Educator J. Glenn Brookshear Continues To Introduce Students To The Discipline Of Computer Science By Providing Accurate And Balanced Coverage Of Cs As A Whole And Of A Variety Of Cs Topics, Including Programming Languages And Artificial Intelligence. This Edition Features New Sections On Public Key Encryption, Evolutionary Programming And Genetic Algorithms, As Well As Thoroughly Revised Sections On Data Manipulation, Operating Systems And Networking.Featuresupdates Students On Recent Changes And Current Trends In The Industry, Such As Networking, Genetic Algorithms And Objectoriented Programmingputs Learning In Perspective By Using Reallife Analogies And Concrete Examples To Make Even The Most Complex Topics Accessible To Studentsweb Site Provides Students And Instructors With Online Resources Of Topics Found In The Textnew And Extended Ethical Sections In Software Engineering And Database Systems, In Addition To Optional 'Computers And Society' Sections At The End Of Each Chapter, Allow Students To Think Critically About Computer Science Issuesdesigned To Be Compatible With A Variety Of Programming Languages, Including Java, C++, And C 'Fyi' Boxes Call Out Points Of Interest To Students And Professorsbrookshears Clear And Friendly Writing Style Invites Majors And Nonmajors Alike To Learn More About Computer Science
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Computer Science: An Overview (6th Edition)'? A: This edition covers a variety of essential computer science topics, including networking, object-oriented programming, genetic algorithms, programming languages, data manipulation, operating systems, and artificial intelligence.
- Q: Who is the author of this textbook? A: The author of 'Computer Science: An Overview (6th Edition)' is J. Glenn Brookshear, a well-known educator in the field of computer science.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in computer science? A: Yes, this textbook is designed to introduce both majors and non-majors to computer science concepts, making it accessible for beginners.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format and contains 609 pages of content.
- Q: Does this edition include any online resources? A: Yes, the accompanying website provides online resources for students and instructors, including additional topics and materials related to the text.
- Q: What new features are included in the 6th edition? A: The 6th edition includes new sections on public key encryption, evolutionary programming, genetic algorithms, and updated ethical discussions in software engineering and database systems.
- Q: How does the book help students understand complex topics? A: The author uses real-life analogies and concrete examples throughout the text to make complex topics more accessible to students.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: The 6th edition of 'Computer Science: An Overview' was published on August 9, 1999.
- Q: Are there any special features in the book? A: Yes, the book includes 'FYI' boxes that highlight points of interest, as well as optional sections on 'Computers and Society' at the end of each chapter.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating that it is in satisfactory shape for use.