Chapter 1
The Impact of Technology in a Changing World ............ 2
Chapter 2
Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts ............. 36
Chapter 3
Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web’s Resources ................ 80
Chapter 4
Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play ............... 120
Chapter 5
System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management ................. 158
Chapter 6
Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System ............... 198
Chapter 7
Networking: Connecting Computing Devices ............... 240
Chapter 8
Managing Your Digital Lifestyle: Challenges and Ethics .............. 272
Chapter 9
Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and Devices ............... 322
Chapter 10
Behind the Scenes: Software Programming ............. 368
Chapter 11
Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems ............. 412
Chapter 12
Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security in the Business World ............. 456
Chapter 13
Behind the Scenes: How the Internet Works .............. 498
Appendix A
The History of the Personal Computer ................A-1
Appendix B
Careers in IT ..............B-1
Glossary............. G-1
Index............ I-1