1 Introduction to Computers, the Internet and Java
Objectives
In this chapter you’ll:
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Learn about exciting recent developments in the computer field.
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Learn computer hardware, software and networking basics.
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Understand the data hierarchy.
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Understand the different types of programming languages.
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Understand the importance of Java and other leading programming languages.
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Understand object-oriented programming basics.
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Learn Internet and web basics.
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Learn a typical Java program-development environment.
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Test-drive a Java application.
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Learn some key recent software technologies.
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See how to keep up-to-date with information technologies.
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