Understanding computers in a changing society /
Deborah Morley.
- 3rd ed.
- Australia ; Boston, Mass. : Course Technology/Cengage Learning, c2009.
- 1 v. (various pagings) : ill. (chiefly col ; 28 cm.
Includes index. "New expert insights from industry leaders!"--Cover.
Introduction to the world of computers -- A closer look at hardware and software -- The internet and world wide web -- Network and internet security -- Computer security and privacy -- Intellectual property rights and ethics -- Health, access, and the environment -- Emerging technologies.
"Presents an integrated, well-balanced look at computers and technology, including the issues and concepts surrounding our constantly changing, computer-oriented society."--[P. iii].