New Arrivals · Computers & Software

In The Second Self, Sherry Turkle looks at the computer not as a "tool," but as part of our social and psychological lives; she looks beyond how we use computer games and spreadsheets to explore how the computer affects our awareness of ourselves, of one another, and of our relationship with the world. "Technology," she writes, "catalyzes changes not only in what we do but in how we think." First published in 1984, The Second Self is still essential reading as a primer in the psychology of computation. This twentieth anniversary edition allows us to reconsider two decades of computer culture-to (re)experience what was and is most novel in our new media culture and to view our own contemporary relationship with technology with fresh eyes. Turkle frames this classic work with a new introduction, a new epilogue, and extensive notes added to the original text.

The career of computer visionary Grace Murray Hopper, whose innovative work in programming laid the foundations for the user-friendliness of today's personal computers.

In 1984, "The Little Kingdom" told the story of Apple's first decade. Now, completely revised and expanded, "Return to the Little Kingdom" is the definitive biography of Apple and its founders from the very beginning.

Seibel interviews 16 of the world's most interesting computer programmers, in this companion volume to the highly acclaimed bestseller "Founders at Work" by Jessica Livingston.

This comprehensive guide covers everything readers need to know to deploy, manage, and maintain Windows 7.

The latest edition of the top-selling book in the QuickBooks category, QuickBooks 2010: The Official Guide is the only Intuit-authorized book on the number-one financial software for business.

The latest update of David Pogue's immensely popular Mac manual offers a wealth of detail on Apple's latest Mac OS X operating system. Known as "Snow Leopard," this version of OS X is faster and more reliable than its predecessors, and no one is a faster or more reliable Snow Leopard resource than bestselling author and New York Times tech columnist David Pogue. His meticulous coverage includes crystal-clear, jargon-free introductions to the Dock, the Mac OS X folder structure, and the Mail application. There are also mini-manuals on iLife applications such as iMovie, iDVD, and iPhoto, and a tutorial for Safari, Mac's web browser. Mac OS X Snow Leopard: The Missing Manual is the authoritative book for Mac users of all technical levels and experience. There's something new on practically every page of this edition, and David Pogue brings his celebrated wit and expertise to every one of them. No wonder it's one of the most popular computer book of all time.

LinkedIn takes professional networking online and provides access to people, jobs, and opportunities. This introduction to "LinkedIn" explains its key features with straightforward but fun language, and offers advice for starting and navigating the network.

The latest update of the most thorough -- and essential -- reference for Linux users, the sixth edition covers new technologies, including wireless networks. Highly popular since its debut in 1997, "Linux in a Nutshell" remains a must-have reference in the Linux canon. The sixth edition incorporates new commands, and covers programming tools, system and network administration tools, editors, and shells. Users will also find complete information on associated applications such as Apache, Samba, Postfix, sendmail, Subversion, Emacs, vi, sed, gawk, and many more.

Provides information on using the open source content management framework to create Web sites.

Offering timely advice in an era when the burden of production and publicity frequently falls on authors, this essential reference reflects on methods for being focused, productive, and savvy in the craft of writing. Discussing a wide range of essential topics for self-promoting authors, this important guide explores questions such as "How can authors use social media and the internet?" "How does the new online paradigm affect authors, readers, and the book industry?" "How can authors find the time to both create and promote their work? "and "What should never be done?" Through good-humored encouragement, practical tips of the trade culled from 25 years of experience as a writer, reviewer, editor, publisher, agent, and blogger are shared. Including topics such as personal space versus public space, deadlines, and networking, the benefits of interacting with readers through new technologies is revealed.

This timely book demonstrates how experienced web developers can use their skills to build community-driven sites -- the Web's new killer app. Building a community site that not only attracts and retains a regular audience, but also gets users to interact, is hard work. This book walks web developers and project managers through the tools required to build community-driven websites, around content or around product, that make users feel like they've found a new home on the Web.

From Google to Facebook, the author delves into how a "viral loop, " a situation where using a product means needing to share it with others, can make an online business a success.

Brad and Debra Schepp show readers how to use LinkedIn and other social networking sites to find, connect with, and market yourself to potential employers.

This guide for library media specialists, technology educators, and classroom teachers shows how to bring digitized primary source materials, such as photos, letters, maps, films, and music, into the classroom. Early chapters review basic primary source concepts, outline links between primary source curricula and content standards, and discuss the increasing pressure on schools to help students function effectively in the technology-rich, global workplace of the 21st century. A core chapter explains the 'mystery' and buzz surrounding Web 2.0, using clear, nontechnical language, and offers a list of popular Web 2.0 tools, with descriptions and suggestions for using them with primary sources. Subsequent chapters cover six categories of primary sources, with an introduction to each in its historical context, information on online sources, and ideas for using them in the classroom. Information on subscription options and software features is also given. Each of these chapters includes a reproducible primary source analysis worksheet, which seems to be intended for advanced middle and high school students. A final chapter looks at the collaborative potential of Web 2.0 and tools such as wikis and bookmarks. B&w photos and illustrations are included. Johnson served for 13 years as library media specialist and technology coordinator at a Colorado Springs middle school, and now works as a writer and consultant in the field. Annotation©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Find out how to use the integral parts of Microsoft Works--including the word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and communications features--with ease. The book provides easy to follow guidelines for implementing Works, without having to refer back to the software manual.

Windows 7 is Microsoft's highly anticipated operating system used by millions of people around the world. This practical guide for visual learners is an ideal introduction to the new features of this operating system.

Aimed at nonprofessionals, this idiot's guide covers the new Windows "Millennium" features, including personalized menus, the latest version of Internet Explorer and Outlook Express, MSN Messenger Server, networking, digital cameras and scanners.

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When you're looking for a Windows 7 guide that goes above and beyond anything you get from Microsoft, start here. With detailed coverage of all of Windows 7, the best Windows add-on programs, in-depth troubleshooting, and much more, this book offers everything from the basics to the secrets of the pros.

The bestselling beginner's guide, now completely updated for Windows 7, provides easy step-by-step instructions for setting up a new PC, getting online, working with digital media, using productivity tools, and much more.

The perfect introduction to the Mac OS X operating system, this book uses step-by-step instruction and full-color screen shots and illustrations to make concepts and techniques crystal-clear for visual learners.

The perfect companion to the new Macintosh operating system, this fun and friendly book covers the key features of Snow Leopard, including Mac OS X basics, touring the Finder, customizing Mac OS X, putting widgets on the Dashboard, and more.

Bell and Gemmell chronicle their 1998 experiment to record Bell's entire life digitally. Foreseeing the coming explosion of digital memory capacity and ubiquitous sensing devices, Bell set out to create a database of everything he did, saw, read, ate, felt--his whole life experience.

James Bach's smart and empowering guide to self-education, which shows how leading a life in pursuit of passion can lead to fulfillment and success.

C++ is the ""in"" language! Find out why, and how to use it, right here

This hands-on guide shows Web designers how to create modern, interactive Web experiences. Packed with tips and advice on best practices and potential pitfalls, this title provides foundational core knowledge of the JavaScript language and how (X)HTML, CSS and JavaScript work together in a Web page.

Start making money on Yahoo! today. The book starts with a complete overview of how Yahoo! works. Then, you are guided through the whole process of creating the store front, photography, writing copy, text, formatting, managing the store front, shipping, collecting payments, registering, sources for merchandise, multiple sales, programming tricks, PayPal, accounting, creating marketing, merchandising, managing e-mail lists, advertising plans, taxes and sales tax, the best time to list items and for how long, international customers, electronic commerce, keywords, key word marketing, and Yahoo! secrets; everything you will ever need to get started making money on Yahoo! This complete manual will arm you with everything you need, including sample business forms, contracts, worksheets and checklists and dozens of other valuable, timesaving tools of the trade that no business should be without.

Artists! Gain incredible superpowers...with the help of your computer! "The DC Guide to Digitally Drawing Comics" shows how to give up pencil, pen, and paper and start drawing dynamic, exciting comics art entirely with computer tools. Author Freddie E Williams is one of DC's hottest artists and a leader in digital penciling and inking--and here, in clear, step-by-step directions, he guides readers through every part of the digital procss, from turning on the computer to finishing a digital file of fully inked comic art, ready for print. Creating a template, sketching on the computer, penciling, and finally inking digitally are all covered in depth, along with bold, timesaving shortcuts created by Williams, tested by years of trial and error. Step into the digital age, streamline the drawing process, and leap over the limitations of mere physical drawing materials with "The DC Guide to Digitally Drawing Comics. "

Digital marketing expert Joel takes on the fascinating world of today's marketing from a whole new perspective. The author reveals the inner secrets highly successful Internet capitalists use to expand business and to reach global audiences.