This introduction to computers provides lucid explanations of computing concepts, practical applications of technology theory, and emphasis on the historical and societal impacts of technological innovations. It features integrated coverage of management information systems, networking, email, and the Internet.

Table of Contents

Complete Edition 1. Becoming Fluent with Computers and the Internet. Spotlight: History of Computers and the Internet. (Website only) 2. Inside the System Unit. 3. Storing Data: Electronic Filing Cabinets. 4. Input and Output: Data In, Information Out. Spotlight: Buying and Upgrading Your Computer System. 5. System Software: Keeping the Computer Running Smoothly. 6. Application Software: Essentials for Knowledge Workers. Spotlight: Multimedia and Virtual Reality. 7. Understanding the Internet. Spotlight: Using Email. 8. The World Wide Web and Electronic Commerce. Spotlight: Creating a Web Page. 9. Telecommunications: Exchanging Data Via the Telephone System. 10. Networks: Superhighways for Digital Information. 11. Privacy and Encryption. 12. Computer Crime and Security. Spotlight: Ethics: Doing the Right Thing. Spotlight: Avoiding Risks to Your Health. (Website only) 13. Databases and Information Systems. 14. Systems Analysis and Design. 15. Programming Languages and Program Development. 16. Careers and Certification. Spotlight: Emerging Technologies. Introductory Version 1. Becoming Fluent with Computers and the Internet. Spotlight: History of Computers and the Internet. (Website only) 2. Inside the System Unit. 3. Storing Data: Electronic Filing Cabinets. 4. Input and Output: Data In, Information Out. Spotlight: Buying and Upgrading Your Computer System. 5. System Software: Keeping the Computer Running Smoothly. 6. Application Software: Essentials for Knowledge Workers. Spotlight: Multimedia and Virtual Reality. 7. Understanding the Internet. Spotlight: Using Email. 8. The World Wide Web and Electronic Commerce. Spotlight: Creating a Web Page. 9. Telecommunications: Exchanging Data Via the Telephone System. 10. Networks: Superhighways for Digital Information. 11. Privacy and Encryption. 12. Computer Crime and Security. Spotlight: Ethics: Doing the Right Thing. Spotlight: Avoiding Risks to Your Health. (Website only) Brief Edition 1. Becoming Fluent with Computers and the Internet. Spotlight: History of Computers and the Internet. (Website only) 2. Inside the System Unit. 3. Storing Data: Electronic Filing Cabinets. 4. Input and Output: Data In, Information Out. Spotlight: Buying and Upgrading Your Computer System. 5. System Software: Keeping the Computer Running Smoothly. 6. Application Software: Essentials for Knowledge Workers. Spotlight: Multimedia and Virtual Reality. 7. Understanding the Internet. Spotlight: Using Email. 8. The World Wide Web and Electronic Commerce. Spotlight: Creating a Web Page.