The assignments are graded and progressive, to suit all abilities, and cover word processing, spreadsheets, databases and Internet/email

Can be used as a text for the wide range of courses in computer applications which are offered in schools, colleges and training centres and is particularly suitable for Leaving Certificate Applied classes

Students will welcome the absence of jargon, the up-to-date information on new technology and the colourful presentation of the book

A linked website contains answers to assignments (available to teachers only) and data for the assignments on spreadsheets and databases, to maximise the efficient use of classroom time

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 142 pages in this book. This book was published 2005 by Gill .

Teresa Walsh is an experienced ICT trainer. She has also taught computer applications to post-primary classes from first to sixth year, and to PLC students and adult education groups. Until recently she taught at St Conleth's Vocational School, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. She now teaches at Balla Secondary School, Co. Mayo.

This book has the following chapters: Unit 1: Know your computer Computer Systems The Parts of a Computer Input Devices Output Devices Storing Data Computer Networks Questions Unit 2: Word Processing Introduction to Word Processing Word Processing Assignments 1-29 Unit 3: Spreadsheets Introduction to Spreadsheets Spreadsheet Assignments 1-25 Unit 4: Databases Introduction to Databases Database Assignments 1-26 Unit 5: Internet and E-mail The Internet The World Wide Web (WWW) E-mail Shopping On-line Internet and E-mail Assignments 1-19