Here's the book you need to prepare for the seven modules required for the European/International Computer Driving License qualification. Produced in conjunction with the British Computer Society, and approved by the ECDL Foundation, this volume provides: * Comprehensive coverage of all objectives for the ECDL/ICDL Syllabus Version 4.0 * Practical instruction on computer, application, and Internet fundamentals * Detailed hands-on exercises using Office XP * Real-world insights and advice from experienced IT professionals Key topics include: Fundamental Concepts of IT: Identifying computer hardware and software components; understanding networking basics, health and safety issues, security, and copyright law Using the Computer and Managing Files: Managing files and the desktop, handling viruses, and printing Word Processing: Managing documents, inserting and editing data, formatting text, creating tables, using mail merge, and preparing data for output Spreadsheets

The European Computer Driving Licence is a European qualification that enables individuals to demonstrate their competency in computer skills. This text covers the basics of operating a computer and some security issues.

This comprehensive manual covers all aspects required by Module 1 ECDL/ICDL Syllabus 4.0. Designed to gradually build up your knowledge taking a step by step, exercise based approach. The ideal training solution, whether you are a beginner, or if you just need to fill gaps in your existing knowledge. Module 1 gives an insight into hardware and software as well as giving examples of how computers are used every day.Approved by the ECDL Foundation.

Pass ECDL5 Using Microsoft Office 2007, covers the full ECDL syllabus providing everything learners need in an accessible, user-friendly format. This title includes step-by-step instructions and screenshots that guide students through the learning points enabling them to develop all the skills they need to pass the test. Learning objectives of each module are outlined clearly in an introduction, and throughout the book Ask yourself' sections help students to check that they have met all the criteria. Mock tests offer practice and help to build students' confidence, and are also linked to the syllabus references making it easy for teachers to identify any weaker areas amongst their learners. A downloadable grid shows how the book matches the syllabus giving peace of mind that students are covering what they need to.

This textbook covers Module 5: Database for ECDL version 4. Written in a straightforward style, this book will be a useful guide for students studying for the ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) qualification.

In light of the emerging global information infrastructure, information technology standards are becoming increasingly important. At the same time, however, the standards setting process has been criticized as being slow, inefficient and out of touch with market needs. What can be done to resolve this situation?To provide a basis for an answer to this question, Information Technology Standards and Standardization: A Global Perspective paints as full a picture as possible of the varied and diverse aspects surrounding standards and standardization. This book will serve as a foundation for research, discussion and practice as it addresses trends, problems and solutions for and by numerous disciplines, such as economics, social sciences, management studies, politics, computer science and, particularly, users.

This major textbook covers all the modules for ECDL Version 4. Written in a straightforward, easy-to-follow style and including sample test questions, this title should be a useful resource for all students studying for the ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) qualification.