"The O'Leary Series" is one of the most trusted and effective resources for teaching and learning software applications and computer concepts. "Computing Essentials 2006" is written by Tim O'Leary who teaches the course every year ensuring accurate up-to-date content for students, combining current topics and technology into a highly illustrated design geared to catch students' interest and motivate them. Students are given a streamlined, concise, attractive approach to the fundamental issues surrounding the personal computing environment.
This book was just ok. It's good to read, I think, for any beginner who is completely new to computers and computer science. I would not recommend it to anyone who has more advanced knowledge.