Cambridge professional English.

Compact disc

Module 1. Computers today -- 1. Living in a digital age -- 2. Computer essentials -- 3. Inside the system -- 4. Buying a computer -- Module 2. Input/output devices -- 5. Type, click and talk! -- 6. Capture your favourite image -- 7. Display screens and ergonomics -- 8. Choosing a printer -- 9. Devices for the disabled -- Module 3. Storage devices -- 10. Magnetic storage -- 11. Optical storage -- 12. Flash memory -- Module 4. Basic software -- 13. The operating system (OS) -- 14. Word processing (WP) -- 15. Spreadsheets and databases -- Module 5. Faces of the internet -- 16. The internet and email -- 17. The web -- 18. Chat and conferencing -- 19. Internet security -- Module 6. Creative software -- 20. Graphics and design -- 21. Desktop publishing -- 22. Multimedia -- 23. Web design -- Module 7. Programming / jobs in ICT -- 24. Program design and computer languages -- 25. Java -- 26. Jobs in ICT -- Module 8. Computers tomorrow -- 27. Communication systems -- 28. Networks -- 29. Video games -- 30. New technologies -- Appendix : a model CV -- Glossary -- Irregular verbs -- Acronyms and abbreviations

"Fully updated in line with the latest developments in Information Communications Technology (ICT), this course teaches students the language and skills they need to understand and work in the world of computers. The 30 topic-based units cover everything from computer essentials through to programming, web design, job hunting, and future technologies. A focus on terminology is combined with vocabulary and grammar practice to give students the tools to use English in areas such as describing features and functions, applying for jobs and discussing the world of ICT. With the support of clear explanations, no specialist knowledge of ICT is required, making this course ideal for anyone who needs to understand the English of computing for study or work." - product description