Are you interested in computers or want an easy to read refresher? This book will provide you with a solid yet simple overview on common topics with short quizzes to help consolidate the presented information.
Information Technology Essentials is designed to be an introduction to Information Systems. The material is similar to many of the topics that first-year information technology students study.
The book is broken down into sections that cover a variety of areas of information systems. These topics include:
- Why you would want to study information technology
- A basic introduction to computer hardware
- The software development lifecycle
- Database Management Systems
- Computer networking
- An introduction to cloud computing
- How to sign up for a free account with Amazon AWS
- Computer security and
- The future of computing
This book is for anyone who wants to learn about the Information Technology field, but is ideal for people who are just getting started. The material will provide the reader with a solid understanding of many of the concepts that drive one of the most critical industries in today's world.
Furthermore, with the purchase of this book the reader will have access to the author's Udemy course that has supporting materials - videos, on-line quizzes, and downloadable files - that will further enhance the readers understanding and comprehension.
If you are considering becoming a Information Systems professional, or simply want an up-to-date refresher on the subject, Information Technology Essentials will provide you the information and knowledge that you need.
Buy your copy now, get free access to all the on-line material, and start your journey as an Information Technology professional.
Reviews (8)
Very Good Introduction for the Novice
I think this book is an excellent introduction to computing for any novice. If you have not been into computers for a while it is a good refresher. The book is written on a very conversational style and is easy to read. I liked the quizzes throughout the book to check my comprehension. Each of the topics that the author touches on are whole areas of study and expertise within themselves. Solid, simple overviews are given which will give the reader a basic understanding of the topics. Even though I have been "in the business" for a while I still picked up a few things.
A SELF-PUBLISHED BOOKS LACKING ANY REAL VALUE
I don't want to be too hard on Eric Frick, who may be a great guy and a talented instructor. But the book is self-published and I suspect there was no second reader. There are several typos and grammatical errors. I would not recommend this to someone interested in building a solid IT foundation. His writing style flows easily enough, but there aren't many details to reward the time invested. He touches on some key points, but leaves out essential details. There's no index either.
Informative
Covered a wide variety of basic IT areas for beginners. Great as a refresher, or for someone looking to begin this career path.
Perfect Introduction
As an intro to IT and its' buzz words, this is a quick and easy read with all the basics needed to interpret geek-speak 😉
Very Good Introduction for the Novice
I think this book is an excellent introduction to computing for any novice. If you have not been into computers for a while it is a good refresher. The book is written on a very conversational style and is easy to read. I liked the quizzes throughout the book to check my comprehension. Each of the topics that the author touches on are whole areas of study and expertise within themselves. Solid, simple overviews are given which will give the reader a basic understanding of the topics. Even though I have been "in the business" for a while I still picked up a few things.
A SELF-PUBLISHED BOOKS LACKING ANY REAL VALUE
I don't want to be too hard on Eric Frick, who may be a great guy and a talented instructor. But the book is self-published and I suspect there was no second reader. There are several typos and grammatical errors. I would not recommend this to someone interested in building a solid IT foundation. His writing style flows easily enough, but there aren't many details to reward the time invested. He touches on some key points, but leaves out essential details. There's no index either.
Informative
Covered a wide variety of basic IT areas for beginners. Great as a refresher, or for someone looking to begin this career path.
Perfect Introduction
As an intro to IT and its' buzz words, this is a quick and easy read with all the basics needed to interpret geek-speak 😉
