Evolution : computers yesterday and today -- The computer system : machines and people -- Hardware and software -- Sequential processing applications -- Direct access applications -- Systems development : a case study -- Computers in business -- Computers in society -- Teleprocessing systems -- Database systems -- Distributed processing systems -- Microcomputers : the personal assistants -- The automated office -- Computer crime and security -- Computer careers : you and the future -- Real time computer program -- Business systems development.

Photographers, Larry Frame, Paul Stojanovich, Walt Robinson ; editor, Phil Davies ; consultant, David Kroenke.

A documentary-style course employing a variety of settings and people to present the concepts in each lesson. Interviews with recognized leaders in their fields, data processing professionals, and end-users in real- world settings are used frequently. Applications of concepts are shown on a variety of computer systems and dialogues and telemation are used in an instructional way to present and reinforce key concepts.