This book is designed for use with Microsoft Word 5.0; it includes an addendum covering the new features of Word 5.1. The contents of the book are designed to get individuals started using some of the more advanced techniques available in Word. Some of the ideas presented in the book will be of immediate use and others are more complex. All of the…

This description of procedures for dumping high and low resolution graphics using the Apple IIe microcomputer system focuses on two special hardware configurations that are commonly used in schools--the Apple Dot Matrix Printer with the Apple Parallel Interface Card, and the Imagewriter Printer with the Apple Super Serial Interface Card. Special…

This material is intended as a programmer's reference for the software package contained in the MTS file K033:CKLIB for use with a Computek terminal. It is assumed that the reader is familiar with FORTRAN programing in MTS and is acquainted with the Computek terminal. (MK)

This paper provides a review of computer typesetting in the United Kingdom with an emphasis on the use of data originating from a computer rather than from a printing environment. It explains the need for an alternative to the computer line-printer when large amounts of data are being processed, and the effect of new techniques on the printing…

Describes the Domestic Information Display System, which uses interactive color graphics to provide decision makers with a tool for analyzing statistical data. Examples of its use are included. (Author/MBR)

The use of interactive computer graphics in an undergraduate science curriculum is explored. (Author)

Discusses the features of animation software packages, reviewing eight commercially available programs. Information provided for each program includes name, publisher, current computer(s) required, cost, documentation, input device, import/export capabilities, printing possibilities, what users can originate, types of image manipulation possible,…

Reviews two graphic programs (Overhead Express and Sign-Master) available for preparing and producing audiovisual aids that can be used to accompany a speech or presentation. (PD)

Graphical perception is the visual decoding of the quantitative and qualitative information encoded on graphs. Some recent theoretical/experimental investigations of graphical perception are described, identifying certain elementary graphical-perception tasks that are performed in the visual decoding of quantitative information from graphs.…

Reviews the latest version of the SuperCalc spreadsheet, indicating that it now provides color graphics, two-key sorting, and database management functions (including Internal Rate of Return). Also indicates that the program is not copy protected, useful in trying to integrate a variety of programs. (JN)

A description of a university project combining a computer and peripherals with an organ keyboard'' to generate musical notation output. (Editor/AK)

Provided is a review of an educational software program called "Delta Drawing." Included are comments on how the graphics program works, programing features, comparison with LOGO, educational value, and availability. Indicates that as a powerful learning program, it is innovative and imaginative. (JN)

Provided is a complete listing (Applesoft Basic) for a children's spelling program. The listing includes a machine language music utility that plays short tunes and uses the Apple's two hi-res screens for animation. Also included is a program that allows pictures to be drawn and saved to animate other programs. (JN)

Presents a histogram drawing program which sorts real numbers in up to 30 categories. Entered data are sorted and saved in a text file which is then used to generate the histogram. Complete Applesoft program listings are included. (JN)