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Random House Webster's Computer and Internet Dictionary, 3rd Edition

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I spent a good half-hour comparing this dictionary against the other computer dictionaries on the bookstore shelf, and concluded that this one was far superior. I have not regretted my decision. The definitions are clear and concise. As a computer "civilian," I especially appreciate Margolis's indicating when one term (e.g., "environment") may have more than one meaning in computer-speak; he is careful to distinguish between various shades of meaning. There are lots of cross-references, allowing the reader to grasp the context of and relationships between terms. In addition, loads of crisp line drawings and tables enhance the book's usability. Everything is well laid out and user-friendly. Jam-packed with authoritative information. Geeks as well as novices should find this book extremely useful. (Solidly made, too: this book is not going to fall apart on you.)

Sometimes I just feel like there are so many tech terms needed to be fit into my brain especially for a CIS student. I start to look for a good computer dictionary for awhile. Some of them are good but out of date. Some of them have lots of words but they look like spelling-check books to me. Until I found this one. It has most uptodate information about computer technical terms and cover more than 3000 words. The best part of this dictionary is that it tells you where you should look at the relative words of the one you are reading it. Thanks to the author. Excellent book!