Invitation to Computer Science (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781337561914)

Gain a contemporary overview of today's computer science with the best-selling INVITATION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE, 8E. This flexible, non-language-specific book uses an algorithm-centered approach that's ideal for your first introduction to computer science. Measurable learning objectives and a clear hierarchy help introduce algorithms, hardware, virtual machines, software development, applications, and social issues. Exercises, practice problems, and feature boxes emphasize real-life context as well as the latest material on privacy, drones, cloud computing, and net neutrality. Optional online language modules for C++, Java, Python, C#, and Ada let you learn a programming language. MindTap is available with online study tools, a digital Lab Manual and lab software with 20 laboratory projects. Hands-on activities enable you to truly experience the fundamentals of today's computer science.

Author: G. Michael Schneider, Judith Gersting
ISBN-10: 1337561916
ISBN-13: 9781337561914
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2018
Pages: 912
Format: Paperback
Weight: 3.83lbs
Size: 9.90h x 8.00w x 1.30d