Rather than describing every one of PageMaker's functions, this book explores features that are most likely to improve the appearance of your documents and make you more efficient. It also provides background information on typography and design in a way that is both readable and humorous without being patronizing.

With this easy-to-understand reference, users will gain the guidance they need to control their budgets. They will get control quickly and then move on to other tasks such as setting up accounts, tracking debts, and learning about principal interest. This book even offers advice that is geared specifically for bookkeepers and the small business owner.

The quick and friendly way to remember Quicken for Windows features and commands. This reference shows that Quicken is more than just a computerized checkbook by explaining features like budget planning, reconciling reports, and much more. It will help users take their overall financial picture and make the outlook the best it can be.

Providing an overview of each top-selling program in the Office suite--Word For Windows, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, and Microsoft Mail, this book offers friendly advice on sharing information between these powerful programs. The text helps users quickly grasp basic features so that they can get to work quickly.

PageMaker 5 for Dummies Macintosh Version takes you from Mac owner to self-contained publisher in a few short lessons. It starts by explaining why you need PageMaker instead of just a high-end word processor. From there, the book takes a slow, steady approach to electronic publishing by discussing fonts, multiple columns, and the addition of graphic elements into your documents.

Guide to the graphics software

The second edition of this popular . . . For Dummies quick reference covers the new product features and commands of the latest update. It's loaded with helpful icons and plain English explanations of the most common terms. This reference is the fastest and easiest way to learn WordPerfect for Windows.

Filled with tips and program shortcuts, this tutorial covers the new version of Microsoft Office 97. Humorous but educational quizzes and exercises appear at the end of each unit. The CD contains document files and practical templates.

A guide to obtaining Internet access and using such functions as electronic mail, FTP, and various search tools.