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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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To help programmers develop new applications for both iOS and Mac computers, Apple launched Swift. With this easy-to-learn programming language, readers can create their own apps for iPhones and iPads. Readers will learn how to write simple programs in Swift that take advantage of the coding language's unique live view of development. Step-by-step instructions on how to code with Swift will surely make this an indispensable guide for young coders....
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Computers are everywhere. Even a smartphone is a mini computer. With digital technologies so prevalent in today's world, it's important for young learners to know how they work. This book introduces kids to the design and function of the hardware and networks that digitally connect us. Utilizing colorful infographics and simple language, this book discusses the history of the first computers, different types of computers, and the important parts that...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Not to be confused with Java, JavaScript serves a totally different purpose. As a scripting language, it provides support and extensions that have driven web development to new heights. Readers learn how to check the source code on many sites to find .js files written in JavaScript. This book explores what JavaScript does and how it is being used in new areas beyond the web. Clear diagrams, manageable text, and simple activities will get readers coding...
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Many of today's communications travel over networks. Networks connect people all over the world through computers and mobile devices, but how does it work? Young learners will discover how an email works, how computers talk to one another, and how documents and programs are stored in the cloud. Readers will also learn about network safety and how to protect themselves from hackers and viruses. Easy-to-read infographics and simple language make this...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this book, readers will learn expert tips to make sure their passwords are secure and their log-in information is safe. They'll also learn more about the cyberwar that happens every day on the Internet as security experts and malicious hackers do battle. Topics include passwords, encryption, network security, and cyberterrorism. Readers will also learn about the power and importance of really, really big prime numbers. Diagrams and accessible text...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Need an application that will run on any system and in any environment? Java, known as a "write once, read anywhere" programming language, has become the go-to language for cross-platform programming. This workhorse language is a great starting point for coders looking to develop job skills. With the help of simple code, manageable text, and clear diagrams, readers will learn how to code base programs in Java using the activities in this book. In...
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Many students come to a class on robotics expecting to see R2-D2. This book tells students what a robot is, provides a short history of robotics, and teaches them what the parts of a robot are and how those parts work together. This book also points out pitfalls when building a simple robot and gives examples of how trouble spots were overcome.
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The Internet can be an overwhelming and threatening place for young people to explore in the modern world. This age-appropriate and educational text provides them with the necessary information on how to stay safe online. In learning about suspicious threats from viruses and hackers, their critical-thinking skills are enhanced to prepare them to be face potential attacks online. In addition to the simple text, useful fact boxes, instructional diagrams,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This volume is an exciting exploration into the life of American computer pioneer Steve Jobs, cofounder of Apple, Inc., and one of the leaders of the personal computer revolution. This book covers Jobs' early life as well as his work as CEO of Apple, including his amazing computer inventions. Compelling text is paired with color photographs to give readers a dynamic reading experience. Readers will also enjoy additional information in the form of...
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A database is something that most students use every day, yet they may be in the dark when it comes to understanding how one works. Understanding the mechanics behind computer databases is likely to help them better put the technology to good use. The information compiled in this book sheds light on the types of databases, as well as how they organize, store, and retrieve information. Readers are also guided through an activity that gives them hands-on...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Apps and programs are taking over the world, and that's a good thing. However, sometimes we open apps and programs and have trouble figuring out how to use them. This is a sign of poor-quality user experience (UX) design. Computer users would rather use apps and programs that aren't difficult to figure out. UX designers focus on the flow of tasks through a program and try to make everything feel intuitive. In this book, readers learn about careers...
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Computers communicate differently than people. Coders write algorithms in different computer languages that give computers clear instructions on how to work. This book explores the first computer communications and how coding works. Readers will learn about binary, the 0s and 1s that make up the base of all computer programming, as well as how coders find problems and fix mistakes. Perfect for the young coding enthusiast and the beginner, this book...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Bill Gates is one of the biggest names in computer history, as a pioneering founder of Microsoft and a groundbreaking computer programmer. Readers will learn about Gates' early life and his work leading the personal computer revolution. Through engaging and accessible text, readers will come to understand the impact Gates has had on computer development, and how his work continues to affect us today. A timeline presents a visual representation of...
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Curriculum standards intersect with STEM education to create an informative book that introduces the concepts of hardware and software to a young audience. This book will then explain to young readers how hardware and software work together, and it will describe how writing code creates software and programs. These are concepts that every young reader will need to know in order to understand the basics of how computer technology works. Throughout...
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Computers have become enmeshed in almost every aspect of modern life. While this development has made our lives easier and more convenient, it also opens us up to all sorts of security risks. The dozen activities in this volume emphasize the importance of computer security and delve into the steps that both coders and ordinary users of technology can take to improve their computer security. Individual activities explore topics such as encryption,...
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As students transition to higher levels of robotics, the problems they are asked to solve become more difficult. This book covers some more advanced tasks such as soldering and welding, and using CAD to design the robot. Also included are examples of how physics can be used to see if elements of the robot are strong enough to perform a task.
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App volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 11
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Seeking to win a scholarship offered by global computing corporation Public, programming genius Audrey McCarthy writes a matchmaking app but discovers her results may be skewed by a program Public is using to influence teens.
98) Google Chat for Beginners: The Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Mastering Google Chat for Co
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Google Chat For Beginners: The Comprehensive Guide To Understanding And Mastering Google Chat For Communication, Exchange, And Collaboration Between Businesses And People Google created Google Chat as a communication tool. It was first created for groups and professional settings, but it is now accessible to the general public. In addition to chatting, users can create and assign tasks, share files centrally, and engage in group conversations and...
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Prepare to achieve Microsoft 365 Certified Teamwork Administrator Associate certification by learning essential SharePoint Online concepts, and answering self-assessment questions to test your knowledge Key Features Cover essential topics based on the MS-300 exam, and learn with the help of detailed explanations Understand the collaborative features of SharePoint, both on-premises and as part of the Office 365 service Work through practice questions...
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Español
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La simulación por computadora es una de las estrategias más poderosa de las que dispone en la actualidad la ciencia para predecir sucesos en sistemas con un alto grado de complejidad. Esta obra concebida como producto de los trabajos de experimentación desarrollados por el Grupo de Investigación en Redes de Computadores e Ingeniería de Software (GReCIS) de la Universidad del Norte, a través de cursos de Calidad del Servicio y tesis de grado...
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