Discovering Computers: Digital Technology, Data, and Devices

About Barbara ClemensJennifer CampbellMark CiampaMark FrydenbergMisty VermaatSteven FreundSusan Sebok

Jennifer T. Campbell has written and co-authored several other leading technology texts including TECHNOLOGY FOR SUCCESS; DISCOVERING COMPUTERS: DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY DATA AND DEVICES; DISCOVERING THE INTERNET; WEB DESIGN: INTRODUCTORY; MICROSOFT EXPRESSION WEB INTRODUCTORY CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES; COMPUTER LITERACY BASICS: MICROSOFT OFFICE 2007 COMPANION; and MICROSOFT OFFICE QUICK REFERENCE POCKET GUIDE. For over 25 years she has served integral roles in computer educational publishing as an editor author and marketing manager. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from The College of William and Mary. Mark Frydenberg is a Senior Lecturer of Computer Information Systems at Bentley University in Waltham Massachusetts. He also serves as the Director of the CIS Sandbox Bentleys technology social learning space which prepares students to succeed in their CIS courses and to thrive in a technology-driven business world. Professor Frydenberg teaches courses in technology concepts Python and technology trends. His research focuses on digital literacy collaborative learning and pedagogies for engaging students with technology. Professor Frydenberg has presented at academic and applied technology conferences and events throughout the U.S. and Europe. He is also an author of several editions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS and he authored WEB 2.0 CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS in the popular Shelly Cashman Series. Barbara Clemens has been a writer editor software product manager and instructor for more than 30 years. She has worked with Addison-Wesley Publishing Course Technology and Cengage Learning. Ms. Clemens has edited and written numerous leading Microsoft Office and Microsoft Windows textbooks and has created instructional videos and online courses for MS Office. Misty E. Vermaat has more than 30 years of experience in the field of computer and information technology. In addition to consulting in the field she was Associate Professor at Purdue University Calumet teaching or developing Microsoft Office computer concepts database management systems analysis and design and programming courses. Since 1990 Ms. Vermaat has led the development of THE SHELLY CASHMAN SERIES and has authored and co-authored numerous Series textbooks including many editions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS DISCOVERING COMPUTERS FUNDAMENTALS MICROSOFT PUBLISHER and MICROSOFT WORD books. Dr. Mark Ciampa is a professor of information systems in the Gordon Ford College of Business at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green Kentucky. Prior to this current role he served as an associate professor and the director of academic computing at Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin Tennessee for 20 years. Dr. Ciampa has worked in the IT industry as a computer consultant for businesses government agencies and educational institutions. He has published more than 20 articles in peer-reviewed journals and has written more than 25 technology textbooks including CompTIA CySA+ Guide to Cybersecurity Analyst Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals Security Awareness: Applying Practical Security in Your World CWNA Guide to Wireless LANS and Guide to Wireless Communications. Dr. Ciampa holds a Ph.D. in technology management with a specialization in digital communication systems from Indiana State University and has certifications in security and healthcare. Steven M. Freund serves as a lead instructor of various Microsoft Office computer concepts programming and internet technology courses throughout Central Florida. An integral author for the successful Shelly Cashman Series since 2001 he has presented at the annual customer conference the Shelly Cashman Series Institute and other customer events. Freund has co-authored multiple editions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS MOZILLA FIREFOX WINDOWS INTERNET EXPLORER WINDOWS OFFICE and DREAMWEAVER books. In addition he has written numerous successful instructor supplements. He attended the University of Central Florida. Susan L. Sebok is a retired professor at South Suburban College in South Holland Illinois. She also is a licensed attorney. Working with the leading SHELLY CASHMAN SERIES since 1993 she has co-authored several successful textbooks including multiple versions of DISCOVERING COMPUTERS and MICROSOFT POWERPOINT books. She holds both Master of Arts and Juris Doctor degrees.