TEACH COMPUTER CONCEPTS FROM THIS BOOK, AND EVERYTHING ELSE GETS EASY

Learning to use computers and keeping up with technology has evolved into an essential life skill. The greater a student's basic understanding of how computers work and how they were developed, the faster and easier the student will master complex applications. UP-TO-DATE CONTENT THAT IS RELEVANT AND EXCITING FOR YOUR STUDENTS

Shelley O'Hara focuses on essential information--instead of just defining RAM and ROM, she tells students what they need to know about memory when deciding what computer to buy. Chapters explore top-paying computer skills, such as networking and programming. Learn about the latest version of Windows, Windows Millennium Edition. THE COMPUTER COMES ALIVE WHEN WE EXPLAIN HOW IT FUNCTIONS

All the topics and information are presented in language that's easy to read. Chapters are brief and modular, so you can design the course to meet the needs of your curriculum. Objectives are clearly defined and focused. Key concepts are illustrated. End of chapter summaries and review questions help you tie it all together. WE PUT YOUR STUDENTS INSIDE THE COMPUTER

"Learning Computer Concepts is divided into four parts, each devoted to a particular area of computing. You'll find these parts: "

• Part I, Hardware, starts with an explanation of computers and how they are put to use. This part also includes lessons on the hardware, or physical, components of a computer, including the processor, memory, keyboard, mouse, printer, modem, and drives.
• Part II, Software, focuses on the programs you use on the computer. These programs are what make the computer such a versatile tool.Starting with the system software (called operating system, this part also covers word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphics, presentations and publishing, and programming.
• Part III, Communication, explains how you can expand a single PC to a world of PCs and covers both Internet basics and networking.
• Part IV, Issues, puts computers in context in careers, in society, and in the future.

Focused on "essential" information, this manual helps readers become "well versed" in all the main computer concepts--hardware, software, communication, and issues--that affect every area of life today, and a knowledge of which is "mandatory" for success in today's job market. Concepts are clearly explained and rooted in a practical context--e.g., instead of just defining RAM and ROM, tells readers what they need to know about memory when deciding what computer to buy. The manual features brief, modular chapters, illustrations, an appealing open format, and a stay-flat spiral binding. A variety of practical sidebars, Web site citations, tips, how-to advice, troubleshooting information, and practice exercises are interwoven throughout. An accompanying CD-ROM includes TRY IT Multimedia Simulation; Visual Reference tutorials for Microsoft Office 97/2000; Multimedia Internet tutorial; Touch N' Type Keyboarding course; and Typing Tests with automatic Scoring. Technology in Prospective. Defining a Computer. The System Configuration. Entering Data. Output: Viewing, Printing, Music, and Modems. Storing Data. Operating Systems. Word Processing. Spreadsheets. Database. Graphics Programs. Presentations and Publishing. The Programming Profession. The Internet. Networking. Computers and Careers. Computers and Society. The Future of Computing. For anyone wanting a hands-on introduction to basic computer concepts.