Books and journal articles are key sources of scholarly research, each with pros and cons. Journal articles are more current due to faster publication, while books, though slower to publish, provide deeper analysis, broader context, and more comprehensive scholarship.
When using a scholarly book, look for:
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A clear introduction and overview
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A thorough literature review
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In-depth, chapter-based analysis
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An extensive bibliography for further research
You can browse OneSearch and library stacks for titles we have in print with the following computer science call number ranges at the duPont-Ball Library, 2nd floor:
Q300-390 Cybernetics (this includes topics like machine learning and AI)
Q350-390 Information Theory
QA 75.x-76.95 Calculating machines, electronic computers, Computer Science, computer software
TK 7885-7895 Computing engineering, computing hardware
Some seminal works in the duPont-Ball Library:
