1. The Impact of Technology in a Changing World 2. Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts 3. Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources 4. Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play 5. System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management 6. Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System 7. Networking: Connecting Computing Devices 8. Managing a Digital Lifestyle: Media and Ethics 9. Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and Devices 10. Behind the Scenes: Software Programming 11. Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems 12. Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security in the Business World 13. Behind the Scenes: How the Internet Works Appendix A. The History of the Personal Computer Appendix B. Careers in IT