Internet and Personal Computing Fads

From "Acceptable Use Policy" (AUP) to "Hypertext" to "Y2K," this A-to-Z reference book is written in a straightforward style that's informative enough for library use but informal enough for general reading. This essential guide takes a practical look at the most often-seen computer and Internet terms and describes them in easy-to-understand language. More than 100 entries are included, featuring historical backgrounds, popular and practical uses, interesting "fun facts," and bibliographies. Detailed enough for reference use by academics, the book has a natural tone that will appeal to students, casual computer users, and those who are intrigued by the chaotic, fascinating, but often frustrating and daunting morass of information called the World Wide Web.

Mary Ann Bell, EdD, MLS, is Assistant Professor in the Department of Library Science at Sam Houston State University in Texas Mary Ann Berry, PhD, MLS, MSE, is Assistant Professor and Chair of the Department of Library Science at Sam Houston State University in Texas James L. Van Roekel, MLS, MA, is Director of Academic Instructional Technology and Distance Learning at Sam Houston State University in Texas