An updated edition of this well-established and very popular textbook, incorporating all new developments in the area of Computer Applications. Presents a thorough working knowledge of the uses and real-life applications of databases, spreadsheets, word processing and the internet.

• All concepts, explained in a simple and logical manner, are supported with business-type examples
• Each chapter begins with defined learning objectives, and ends with a summary/recap on key points
• A Glossary of Terms is provided at the end of each section
• This textbook is non-software specific and assumes no previous understanding of computer applications software
• Suitable for FETAC modules on:
  • Level 5 Information and Communication Systems
  • Level 5 Database Methods
  • Level 5 Spreadsheets Methods
  • Level 5 Word Processing
  • Level 5 The Internet
  • Level 4 Information Technology Skills
  • Level 4 Computer Applications
• Also suitable for:
  • HETAC Certificate and Diploma in Information Technology
  • City & Guilds Information Technology Series 7261
  • LCCI Information Processing
  • JEB Teachers Diploma in Education Practice: ICT Skills
• Solutions to all assignments are available to lecturers at www.gillmacmillan.ie/lecturers
• Data files for assignments are available to students at www.gillmacmillan.ie/students