Computer Book Reviews
Page Two of TwoJava 1.2 Class Libraries Unleashed by Krishna Sankar
Sams, January 1999.Trade Paperback, 1244 pages.
ISBN: 078971292X
Ordering information:
Amazon.com.
This reference on Java coding
provides instruction, programming
tips, descriptions of Java classes and
examples of code for numerous
Java class libraries and packages.
Java coding
covered in the book includes:
Math, applets, JFC, Microsoft
AFC, API's, server and servelts,
security, signed applets, utilities,
JavaBeans and many others.
Information in the book is
well-organized by class names
and class libraries for quick
referencing.
An enclosed CD-ROM includes
third-party java tools.
With its comprehensive collection
of Java code, Java 1.2 Class Libraries
is a must-have reference for Java
programmers. Recommended
for intermediate to
advanced Java coders.
The Lycos Personal Internet Guide by Michael Miller.
Que, January 1999.Trade Paperback, 258 pages.
ISBN: 0789718316
Ordering information:
Amazon.com.
The Lycos Personal
Internet Guide is a reference for web novices
which provides instruction on how to
get connected to the Internet,
instruction on basic internet
concepts, information on some
of the best websites and how
to find them and how to get
the most out the Lycos
Network. Some web concepts
addressed in the book include:
finding an internet service provider,
web surfing, Internet Explorer,
Netscape, searching the web,
shopping online, email, chat
and message boards.
The book also lists websites for
several categories including:
software downloads, business,
news, weather, sports, stocks,
finances and careers.
A useful introduction to the Web
and the Lycos Network for beginners.
The PC Dads Guide to Becoming a Computer-Smart Parent by Mark Ivey and Ralph Bond.
Dell Publishing, February 1999.Trade Paperback, 322 pages.
ISBN: 0440508436
Ordering information:
Amazon.com.
This computer reference
is targeted at parents who find
themselves in
uncomfortable situations
in which their young daughter
or son has more PC knowledge
and experience than
they do. The book covers topics
such as: habits of computer-smart
parents, buying a PC, upgrading PCs,
buying software, internet basics,
internet communication, using the PC for
education, introducing technology
to your children, educational software,
violent games, making cyberspace safe
and future computer developments.
The instruction provided by the
PC Dads, Mark Ivey and Ralph Bond,
(two computer-savvy parents who work at
Intel) is easy to comprehend and
entertaining. Through the book the
PC Dads include features such as
The PC Dads list of seven "must-know"
PC terms, five ways to make your PC
"kid-friendly" and occasional
anecdotes from experiences with their
own children.
PC Dads provides computer concepts in non-technical language and information and guidelines on how to apply these concepts to introduce technology to your children and monitor their use of it. An excellent guide for parents who want to be able to keep up with the new technology that their children are able to grasp so effortlessly.
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