{"product_id":"computer-science-why-answers-to-computer-science-questions-they-dont-cover-in-class-paperback","title":"Computer Science Why: Answers to Computer Science Questions They Don't Cover in Class - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRachael Little\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eChristopher Little\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eLen Little\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComputer Science Why\u003c\/em\u003e is a book that presents a straightforward, curiosity-based approach to filling in the blanks around common, introductory material taught in Computer Science (CS) classes. If you have ever wondered \"why is that?\" about a programming phenomenon, historical tidbit, or common terminology, this book may have an answer that explains it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuestions include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy do computers have trouble with floating point numbers?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy is it called Bluetooth? Why does it use that symbol?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy is it called bootstrapping?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy don't modifications to function parameters persist once the function returns?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy do we use the QWERTY keyboard?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e... and many more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for both students and IT professionals, this book provides the clear \"why\" to answer so many unstated CS questions. Take any example in this book, from base 2 to time zones, and you will have an answer that cements your insight on the \"why\" of the topic, reinforcing your rote memorization with deeper understanding and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRachael Little\u003c\/b\u003e has a lifelong passion for computer technology and is currently finishing a PhD in Computer Science studies at the University of New Hampshire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChristopher Little\u003c\/b\u003e has a lifelong career in (and passion for) software and computer technology. He has been a developer and\/or managerial at organizations such as NASA's Johnson Space Center, IBM, Health Language, BMC Software, and Gartner Group. He has started (and sold) several software companies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLen Little\u003c\/b\u003e has a dedicated interest in linguistics and computer security, and is currently getting an undergraduate degree in Computer Science and Cybersecurity at the University of Liverpool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 27, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53246642749747,"sku":"9781032856742","price":118.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/sEaCtA5cSi9781032856742.webp?v=1776291471","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/computer-science-why-answers-to-computer-science-questions-they-dont-cover-in-class-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}