Computer Basics

Understanding Computers

by Time-Life Books

Book by The Editors of Time-Life Books

Genres: Science, Computer Science, Nonfiction, Computers, Technology

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1985

Reviews

[Stephen]

This book is special to me because I was given a copy by a Deaf man who remembered that I am interested in computers. Even though it's outdated, I liked the historical perspective. The technical information is a great primer and still relevant to basic CPU operation. The illustrations are also really clear and helpful for understanding.

[Robert]

I LOVED this series.

I still remember being amazed when they explained that the latest microchip from Hewlett Packard would FOUR HUNDRED THOUSAND transistors!

[Jeffrey]

I loved this series of time / life books on computers. At the time I was working as a computer programmer in Boston, since then I have moved some 3,000 miles away in geography (Los Angeles) and in my profession (from standup comic, to college professor, to writer / speaker / entrepreneur) but to this day appreciate my basic introduction into the computer, a key device in this modern world that few go without and even fewer are not affected by. A great read, and essential for you moderns, and great pictures, graphics, and other visuals.

[Le Minh]

I have not start yet wait until I begin learning computer and stuffs.