Quotations, sprinkled throughout the book, provide interesting breaks in the alphabetical organization. An appendix includes instructions for the correct use of computer terminology, acronyms, abbreviations and more. The dictionary begins with a list that establishes and groups terms within broad subject categories. An alphabetical listing of over 1900 term definitions useful to the personal computer user follows. The resource is illustrated and heavily cross-referenced.
Definitions appear easy to read and understand.
If you like the irreverent, check out this source of computer lingo. This dictionary includes commentary on persons, companies, and name brands. It defines and discusses the evolution of the terminology and usage. In one large, illustrated volume, this resource presents over 600 articles on computer science topics. Authors are identified and, in many cases, additional references are provided.