– Focuses on data communications, network topologies, and standard models like TCP/IP and OSI.
(specifically the 6th edition by Irv Englander and Wilson Wong) is a foundational textbook designed for Information Technology (IT) and Information Systems (IS) students . It focuses on the inner workings of computer systems from a non-engineering perspective, emphasizing how hardware and software components interrelate to support business applications. Core Themes & Structure
– Introduces basic systems concepts, the role of computers in information systems, and a brief architectural history .
