Computer Science Hardware

5th Edition - New for 2024 A great intro to Computer Science concepts for all ages. Perfect for: AP Computer Science Principles (AP-CSP) Teacher Certification Tests (PRAXIS, GACE, etc.) Integrated Digital Technology CS Foundations Exploring Computer Science Curious kids and adults Everyone!--- The 5th edition comes with several updates, including: Computing Systems Deeper dive into CPU/GPU More on logic gate Other updates And more!--- Computer science is the world's fastest growing field of study, and this growth is showing no signs of slowing down. As a new field, computer science can seem...

A top cybersecurity journalist tells the story behind the virus that sabotaged Iran’s nuclear efforts and shows how its existence has ushered in a new age of warfare—one in which a digital attack can have the same destructive capability as a megaton bomb. “Immensely enjoyable...

As robots are increasingly integrated into modern society—on the battlefield and the road, in business, education, and health—Pulitzer-Prize-winning New York Times science writer John Markoff searches for an answer to one of the most important questions of our age: will these machines help...

Steve Lohr, a technology reporter for the New York Times, chronicles the rise of Big Data, addressing cutting-edge business strategies and examining the dark side of a data-driven world. Coal, iron ore, and oil were the key productive assets that fueled the Industrial Revolution. Today, Data is...

Weighing in from the cutting-edge frontiers of science, today’s most forward-thinking minds explore the rise of “machines that think.” Stephen Hawking recently made headlines by noting, “The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.” Others...

Unleash Your Inner Superhero: Hack the Quantum Code and Craft Your Future! Embark on a thrilling journey into the world of quantum computing, where the impossible becomes commonplace. Discover the amazing potential of this revolutionary technology and how it will transform our future. In this book, you will: Understand how things work in the quantum realm, and why you need to rethink all your assumptions. Explore the fascinating secrets of qubits and the algorithms that rewrite reality. Delve into the diverse career paths in this burgeoning field, from coding for mystical machines to ...

Just 30 years ago, the average household only had a few electronics consisting of a television, landline phones, and appliances. Fast forward to today, and the average household has over four times this number, and it continues to grow by the day. This trend isn't just specific to households - it exists at companies, government entities, and virtually every organization and establishment around the world, including in developing countries. This has created a massive electronic waste issue, which is the largest growing stream of solid waste in the world.

In Cyber Hacking: Wars in Virtual Space, we peer behind the cyber curtain. First, we look at the hackers - who they are, how they work, their motivations, and methods. The opening article examines hardware - specifically microprocessors and why they are vulnerable to tampering. Then we turn to the internal attacks, the worms and viruses whose resulting damage ranges from merely inconvenient and attention-getting to expensive and dangerous. Next, we take a broad look at issues of privacy and the technology used to gather and track personal information.

About the Authors: Dr. Khaled Kamel is currently a Professor of Computer Science at TSU. He worked as full-time faculty and administrator at the University of Louisville Engineering School. Dr. Kamel was a professor and the chair of the Computer Engineering and Computer Science department. He also worked as Instrumentation Engineer at GE Jet Engine. He served as the founding dean of the College of IT at the United Arab Emirates University and the College of CS & IT at the Abu Dhabi University. Dr. Kamel received a BS in Electrical Engineering from Cairo University, a BS in Mathematics from ...

Navigating the labyrinth of laptop choices can feel overwhelming. With countless brands, features, and specifications vying for attention, where does one even begin? Byte the Best is here to demystify the process. Whether you're an artist seeking a vibrant display, a gamer hungry for raw power, or simply hunting for a reliable everyday companion, this guide covers it all.

Ignite your child’s curiosity about bionics and the Bionic Age with a highly informative audiobook that cranks up the fun and learning! Give your child the gift of Real Bionics for Kids: Fun and Engaging Bionic and Bionic Age Information for Kids Ages 7-16 by Z. B. Tucker and empower them to explore a world filled with bionics—all while expanding their minds for thrill and adventure! This audiobook is perfect for children who want to learn more about the world of bionics and the science that creates them! You just might inspire them to become a part of this exciting and growing industry!

In this book, we will be looking at how technology has progressed through the years to get a glimpse of the future. Here, you will learn how humans lived their lives in the past and how technology has influenced that way of life and transformed it into what it is today. We will also discuss certain turning points in human society that lead us to where we are now.