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Ahead With IT, Route To Success
Published by Longman's Malaysia Only RM22.90 |
Voted into the Best Ten For Century's End in the New Straits Times
.....writing reflecting reality..... Brian Cracknell
One of the reasons Malaysia has adopted an IT focus as government macro-policy is
that cheaper labour is readily available in neighbouring countries, while skilled
labour is in short supply all over Asia. The rapid erosion of labour cost as a
source of competitive advantage for Malaysia means that we now have to differentiate
ourselves by developing a more educated and flexible workforce. These phenomena are
pushing companies to invest in new technology, mostly in the form of computers.
Ahead with IT: Route to Success, is written specifically to help the non-technical
manager to understand and effectively implement information technology in a corporate
environment.
The friendly design and accessible approach of this book simplify Information
Technology fundamentals including making software and hardware decisions, setting
up intranets, using e-mail, posting to Usenet, browsing the World Wide Web, creating
your own Web sites, and participating in online training. Fully illustrated, supported
by an extensive glossary and index, this book delivers timely and valuable information.
In addition to dealing with technical issues, Ahead with IT: Route to Success will help
managers deal with technophobia, maintain motivation and implement change successfully.
Table of Contents
Coping With Technophobia
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Who's Who In The World Of Information Technology?
Making Decisions About Hardware And Software
Looking At Local Area Networks And Intranets
Security And Risk Management
Considering The Automation Process - Your Office
Considering The Automation Process - Your Factory
Ergonomics
Your Motivation
Motivating Others
What Is Email And Why Do I Need It?
Style And Electronic Communication
Looking At Online Training
Introducing The Internet
Taking Advantage Of The Internet
Principles Of Web Site Design
The Importance Of Netiquette
Budgeting For IT
Appendix A: How Do Computers And Programmes Work?
Appendix B: How To Buy A Personal Computer
Appendix C: Caring For Your Computer
Appendix D: Country Codes
Appendix E: Smileys And Acronyms