Dictionary of Computer Science, Engineering and Technology

This dictionary provides working definitions and practical information while enhancing general computer science literacy. It addresses all aspects of computing and computer technology from multiple perspectives and includes all aspects of hardware, software systems, and applications. With more than 8,000 terms, it covers all major topics, from artificial intelligence to programming languages, from software engineering to operating systems, and from database management to privacy issues. Written by an international team of more than 80 contributors, this is the most comprehensive and easy-to-read reference of its kind.