Inside Computers

Inside Technology

by Angie Smibert

Some computers can do calculations in space, beat contestants at Jeopardy!, and create complex images and videos. Inside Computers introduces readers to the uses of computers, the hardware and software that make computers possible, and the future of computer technology. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

48 pages, ebook

Published December 15, 2018

About the author

I was born in Blacksburg, a once sleepy college town in the mountains of Southwest Virginia. I grew up thinking I wanted to be a veterinarian; organic chemistry had other ideas. But I always had stories in my head. Eventually, after a few degrees and few cool jobs—including a 10-year stint at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center—I wrote some of those stories down.

I'm the author of several young adult novels, including MEMENTO NORA, THE FORGETTING CURVE, and THE MEME PLAGUE. I’ve also published many short stories, for both adults and teens.

You can also catch me blogging as part of the LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY WRITERS (leaguewriters.blogspot.com).

www.mementonora.com
www.angiesmibert.com

Reviews

[Heather Brown · Rating 1 out of 5]

Who wrote this staccato set of sentences? There is no flow to help readers get through the large amount of info in this small book. "A computer is a machine. It does four basic things. First, it receives input. Input is information that comes into a computer." "Processors control a computer. The average computer has one or two processors. A supercomputer has millions of processors. It is very powerful." Both of these quotes are on the same page, along with a whole bunch more and zero pictures to break it up.
I don't recommend this book for any library, since I am positive there are better ways to spend $23.

[AMY · Rating 5 out of 5]

48 pgs. This book takes a closer look at what makes a computer work. It focuses on the components, systems, and software for a basic computer. I learned a lot even though I have used computers for many years. I think it is very up-to-date and will be helpful for reports or basic understanding of the computer as a machine for students. Highly recommended for Grades 4-6.