"This book helps students assess their potential for various careers in computing areas such as: software, hardware, networking, and computing support services and prepare an educational pathway to their desired profession. It also provides information about computer use in careers such as accounting, architecture, engineering, health care, law, library services, management and education. Each chapter of the book includes interviews with people working in computing related jobs to give students a better idea of not just what people do with computers, but what they enjoy and dislike about their profession, and their recommendations for students interested in pursuing similar careers. The text also contains suggested activities and additional resources such as web sites for colleges and universities, job searches and professional associations."--Publisher's website (www.holtsoft.com)