For all introductory Computer and Concepts courses, including those in Business and Information Technology. This text continues to be a tool instructors and students can rely on. Its direct, complete presentation and easy-to-use style teaches the latest in computers and allows students to quickly grasp the concepts presented. The brief edition can serve as a text for learning application software use; while the complete edition serves as a primary text for lecture-based concepts courses. – NEW- New chapter on ethics and social issues. Gives students more emphasis on these emerging trends. – NEW- Day in the Life segments- Cover the professional working area of Information Technology related to the concepts in each chapter. Provides students considering careers in Information Technology with useful information. – NEW- Single Internet chapter- Combines Internet basics and the Internet in business. Gives students a general awareness of Internet concepts. – Planet Internet- Includes challenging Internet exercises. Provides students with the opportunity to learn more about using the Internet, exploring pertinent computing material. – Operating Systems- Includes coverage of Windows 95,