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In today’s competitive job market, well-developed employability skills are required—especially those
associated with computer and technology usage. The ability to use Microsoft Offi is a necessary job- fice
specifi skill for the 21st-century workplace. By studying fic Introduction to Microsoft Office 2016, fi you will
master basic skills needed to be successful in using Microsoft Offi as well as learn key principles and fice,
concepts about information technology.
Introduction to Microsoft Office 2016 fi will prepare you for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) fi
certifi in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access as well as the Key Applications exam for IC3 fication
Digital Literacy Certifi cation. Earning industry-recognized certification fi proves that you have the skills fi
needed on the job, and this distinction can put you in a competitive situation in the workplace.
This text is presented in a logical, conceptual progression. You begin by learning about the basics
of information technology and then progress to Microsoft Offi applications. Each chapter is designed fice
in a matter that is easy to read, follow, and understand. Figures, photos, and illustrations help provide
clarity, understanding, and comprehension. Hands-On Examples featured in the chapters enable you to
practice the skills presented in an easy and intuitive manner.
On completing this book, you will be able to:
• describe how technology has evolved from early computers through modern-era cloud computing;
• identify malicious forms of software and develop strategies for staying safe online;
• understand how fi les and folders interact with each other in a Windows operating system; fi
• identify common elements and features of Microsoft Office software; fi
• use Microsoft Word to create formal and informal documents, some of which may include
references such as footnotes, endnotes, and bibliographies;
• create effective Microsoft PowerPoint presentations that include animations, transitions, and media;
• build user-friendly spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel;
• perform mathematical and logical functions in Microsoft Excel; and
• create and maintain a Microsoft Access database by entering data manually and importing data.
Preface
About the Authors About the Authors
Kathleen M. Austin was a senior lecturer in the School of Information Arts and Technologies at the
University of Baltimore. She has participated in the development of many educational multimedia
projects. She has authored, coauthored, or contributed to several textbooks, including Consumer
Mathematics and Mathematics of the World of Work. She holds a Master of Science degree in Computer
Science from Johns Hopkins University and a Doctor of Communications Design from the University of
Baltimore as well as IC3 certifi fication.
Lorraine N. Bergkvist was an Adjunct Professor at the University of Baltimore providing instruction in t
Visual Basic programming, database implementation, and web-page creation. She is also the owner of
Kingsville Résumé Center, which provides professional résumé-writing services as well as consulting and
editing in the information technology fi eld. She developed the curriculum and taught the Introduction fi
to Technology course at the University of Baltimore and the College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She
holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Trinity University, a Master of Education degree from Towson
University, and IC3 certifi She has received several scholarships and grants in the technology field. fication. fi