Understanding Computer Search and Research (Understanding Computing)

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This book looks at the basics of computer search and research. It explains the difference between search and research, how to search and how to organise the results of a search to turn them into research. It describes how search engines work, and how to get the best results from your search. There are tips for successful searches including how to spot plagiarism and how to acknowledge sources. Try This features give suggestions for practising search techniques, and there are fact boxes to illustrate the topics covered.

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These practical volumes help young users get beyond point-and-click to a deeper understanding of personal computing. The basics of accessing and sorting information (Search) and safe internet behavior such as creating secure passwords and avoiding trolls and cyberbullies (Safety) are covered in simple terms. Case studies, diagrams, photos, screenshots, and fact boxes help make the information accessible.-- "Nonfiction Notes from the Horn Book"
This quartet of books does a terrific job of explaining how computers work and how we can make them work for us. Each chapter is driven by a central question, and the text is complemented by captioned photographs and diagrams. . . .The book on search and research alone is a valuable addition to the canon of computer books written for young people. Together, the series would be useful for the classroom teacher or interesting for independent reading.-- "School Library Connection"

Author Bio

Paul Mason has written more than 100 books for children, on topics ranging from extreme sports to urban myths. Notable titles include Money Doesn't Grow on Trees and From Armpits to Zits for teens, and Monster Hunter, a series of books on tracking down and dealing with vampires, werewolves, extra-terrestrials, and ghosts. An avid surfer, snowboarder, and mountain biker, Paul writes many sports titles and has also produced a website guide to ski resorts.