For students in Microcomputer Applications, Introduction to Computer Applications, Computer Applications, Computer Concepts, Computers in Nursing, Computers in Education/Business, Computer Science, Nursing, Education, Communications/2-year and 4-year colleges and universities, and Continuing Education.

Essentials are hands-on tutorials with a project orientation designed to give students a thorough knowledge of software applications in 8-12 contact hours. Most Essentials are four color with oversized screen shots so students can follow along. Essentials are available for most Windows 3.1 and Windows 95 applications.