[The book] is intended for those interested in learning about the newest generation of IBM/compatible microcomputers and for learning ways to increase personal productivity by using computers. This computer literacy textbook concentrates on using microcomputers for personal information systems.... This textbook refers to the newer microcomputer hardware configurations, the newer operating system, and the newer software applications.... The student is free to delve narrowly or deeply into each application. The target audience is the general PC user, not the more technical information systems major. [The authors] goal is to make using microcomputers easier to learn and understand. -Pref.