A home is often the most expensive purchase a person makes in his or her lifetime. Whether it’s a single-family house or a unit in a condominium or co-op building…

People use the World Wide Web for everything from paying bills and buying products and services to turning in work or school assignments and helping people stay in touch. This…

The election of President Barack Obama was a watershed moment in American politics. This book examines Obama’s historic presidential victory while also looking back at the U.S. Civil Rights Movement…

Baseball players have always looked for pick-me-ups to make it through the long season. In the late 1980s, however, some players began using banned and illegal performance-enhancing drugs. Starting with…

Presents the history, geography, government, economy, and people of Montana, as well as general facts about the state.

Digital communication has quickly become a dominant form of interaction in our society and worldwide. The instantaneous convenience of conversation and dialog with friends down the street or strangers halfway…

Cristiano Ronaldo has been one of the most captivating stars in professional soccer since his 2003 debut with Manchester United. From leading Real Madrid to championship wins to starring for…

Hackers are those individuals who gain access to computers or networks without official permission. In this intriguing resource, readers learn the differences among white hat, black hat, and gray hat…