Discovering computers : technology in a world of computers, mobile devices, and the internet : enhanced / Misty E. Vermaat, Susan L. Sebok, Steven M. Freund, Jennifer T. Campbell, Mark Frydenberg.

Includes index.

Focus on: purchasing the right computer -- Digital literacy: introducing a world of technology -- The internet: accessing, searching, sharing, and communicating -- Computers and mobile devices: evaluating the possibilities -- Programs and apps: using software at work, school, and home -- Digital safety and security: identifying threats, issues, and defenses -- Inside computers and mobile devices: exploring the components -- Input and output: examining popular devices -- Digital storage: preserving on media and in the cloud -- Operating systems: managing, coordinating, and monitoring resources -- Communications and networks: sending and receiving digital content -- Information and data management: organizing, verifying, maintaining, and accessing -- Information systems and program development: designing and building solutions -- Focus on: troubleshooting computer and mobile device problems -- Focus on: jump starting your technology career -- Focus on: workbook.