How Computers Work

The Evolution of TechnologyHaving sold more than 2 million copies over its lifetime How Computers Work is the definitive illustrated guide to the world of PCs and technology. In this new edition youll find detailed information not just about PCs but about how changes in technology have evolved the giant expensive computer dinosaurs of last century into the smaller but more powerful smartphones tablets and wearable computing of today. Whether your interest is in business gaming digital photography entertainment communications or security youll learn how computing is evolving the way you live.A full-color illustrated adventure into the wonders of TECHNOLOOGYThis full-color fully illustrated guide to the world of technology assumes nothing and explains everything. Only the accomplished and award-winning team of writer Ron White and artist Tim Downs has the unique ability to meld descriptive text with one-of-a-kind visuals to fully explain how the electronic gear we depend on every day is made possible. In addition to all the content youve come to expect from prior editions this newly revised edition includes all-new coverage of topics such as: How smartphones and tablet PCs put the power of a desktop computer in your handsliterally How computing technology is linking our homes work place entertainment and daily communications How advances such as Facebook Twitter Google eBay and smartphones are expanding our universe of friends knowledge and opportunity How increased miniaturization leads to new products such as smartphone smartwatches and Google Glass How computing technology takes advantages of quantum physics and innovations no one even imagined a few years agoFor two decades How Computers Work has helped newbies understand new technology while hackers and IT pros have treasured it for the depth of knowledge it contains. This is the perfect book about computing to capture your imagination delight your eyes and expand your mind no matter what your technical level!Beautifully detailed illustrations and jargon-free explanations walk you through the technology that is shaping our lives. See the hidden workings inside computers smartphones tablets Google Glass and the latest tech inventions.