The computer system 1 - an overview; the computer peripherals and accessories; what tasks can a computer do?; how does a computer work?; the computer system 2; the law, data security, individual privacy and health; the disk operating system; the WIMP environment, communicating with computers; applying computers in nursing research; limitations of computers. Appendices: Keyboard layout and functions; knowledge and skills required for computerized data analysis and producing written reports; steps for formatting a floppy disk; getting acquainted with WINDOWS 3.1; a guide to using MS-DOS commands; a step-by-step guide to using Minitab; checklist for evaluating software application; a short guide to CINAHL.
