John McEwan Knihy

Set during World War II, the narrative follows John McEwan, a young Gunner in the 155th Royal Artillery Regiment, as he embarks on a mission in Malaya. Initially filled with confidence, the regiment faces a shocking defeat at the hands of the Japanese, leading to their capture. McEwan's harrowing experience of captivity and mistreatment reveals the depths of human cruelty, yet he shares his extraordinary survival story with humility and pride, highlighting resilience in the face of adversity.

Set against the backdrop of two continents, this narrative explores the intense emotions of love, passion, and betrayal. Naive computer programmer Madeleine's life changes after meeting seasoned translator Rick on a flight to Los Angeles. As she spends time at his mountain log cabin, she becomes entangled in his troubled past, particularly his struggles with guilt surrounding his wife's death. Their connection deepens amid the unfolding tragedy, revealing the complexities of their relationship.

Electronics in the home - Choosing a course - Full-time student - Component values - Batteries - Making a recording - Sound engineer - Remote control - Alarm systems - Radio - Transistor characteristics - Metal detector - Music centre - Day release student - Drum machine - Audio recording systems - CDs - Graphs - Test and repair instruments - High definition televisión - Video cassette recorder - Technician - Computers - Digital watch - Field engineer - Telecommunications - Cellphones - Data transmission - Careers in electronics - Job ads

English in computing is a course in English for students of computing and for those who find that computers are part of their professional lives. This book can be used by non-specialist teachers, and is also suitable for private study.

A fully revised and updated edition of this popular low-level course.

This text offers 25 topic-based units, each covering a key area of IT. There is a variety of texts and visual material, taken from textbooks, newspapers, computing magazines, web pages, manuals, and advertisements.