Computers - Information Technology in Perspective

Designed to accommodate the computer competency needs of readers from a broad spectrum of disciplines and interests, this best-selling book/supplements package provides an exceptionally well-illustrated overview of computing concepts and IT applications. It strikes a good balance between efficient presentation and interesting content, containing topics critical to general information technology competency and providing understanding that is applicable today and in the future. Chapter topics include the technology revolution, software, inside the computer, storing and retrieving information, information input and output, networks and networking, going online, exploring the Cyberworld, IT ethics and healthy computing, personal computing, information systems, developing business information systems, and technology and society. For anyone who wants to advance their personal computing experience and skills, and individuals considering careers as IT specialists.

Dr. Larry Long and Dr. Nancy Long have written more than 30 books, which have been used in hundreds of colleges throughout the world. Larry is a lecturer, author, consultant, and educator in the information technology fields. He has served as a consultant to all levels of management in virtually every major type of industry. He has over 25 years of classroom experience at IBM, the University of Oklahoma, Lehigh University, and the University of Arkansas. Nancy has teaching and administrative experience at all levels of education.