Free Online Computer and Internet Books

Whether you are a computer guru or you are a novice in the programming world, this is a collection of useful websites to help educate you in the world of programming.

Computer Programming

• Computer Programming Tips - This university has published a list of computer programming tips including debugging, testing, and style tips.

• Intro to Computer Programming - A PDF document that walks a beginning through the need-to-know basics of computer programming.

• Computer Language - A list of computer abbreviations and acronyms that are important to learn in the world of programming.

• Programming Tips - An archive of articles written for the purpose of helping people learn C and C++ programming.

• Programming Help - Tips for a programming beginner

How to Design Programs

• Become a Computer Software Engineer - A governmental website that gives you the background on how to become a software engineer and design your own computer programs.

• Computer Design Programs - This website houses a huge collection of design programs, divided into categories by specific software.

Difficult Programs

• USENIX - The advance computer systems association. This organization has all of the information you need to know on new programs, software, and even conferences.

• PERL Programming - This website offers tutorials and software download for Perl programs.

• Over 40 Programming Languages - Ranging from intermediate to difficult, this website walks you through the history and basics of over 40 programming languages.

Easy to Use Programs

• Downloads for Windows - Download.com offers a great selection of computer programs for Windows.

• Beginner's Guide to Programming - Offers tutorials, blogs, and answers to common question on easy to use computer programming software.

• Programming Language List - An extensive list of programming languages. Gives a brief description of each language and what it's usually used for.

UNIX

• Unix.org - The website for all UNIX programs and information.

• UNIX tutorials - Online information for beginner UNIX and Linux programs

• UNIX gurus - A website for UNIX users, both beginners and advanced. This website offers support, tutorials, and software.

Internet Security

• Securing Your Computer - This website gives you the basics on how to secure your computer, starting with general practices. It's important to know the fundamentals of a computer, before entering the world of the Internet.

• Combating SPAM and Spyware - An online lesson plan that teaches you to be aware of and battle the mal-ware on the Internet.

• Computer Rental - Avoid the risks of using unsecured Internet by renting a computer for short-term business or personal use.

• Startup Application List - This is a list of startup applications to help you rid your computer of viruses and other Trojans and Worms. This is for the more advance computer user.

• Wireless Security - How to secure your computer and laptop when using a wireless Internet connection.

• Spyware Guide - Learn about the different types of harmful spyware.