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Computing videos at The Movie Ticket

By Kathy Burgess

Macintosh and PC computer training videos can now be rented from the Movie Ticket in Houston Hall. The Computing Resource Center has set up this service both to provide an alternative to those who prefer self- paced instruction and to extend training to useful topics not covered in CRC courses. The videos are also suitable for presentation to a class or department.

The Movie Ticket is located on the first floor of Houston Hall (near the Post Office). Video rental is $2.50 a day. A credit card impression with your signature is required for all individual rentals. University departments may use a purchase order ($20 or more). For information, call CRC training, 898-9085, or The Movie Ticket, 222-0101.

Here are highlights of the releases currently available. Some video packages include a diskette with lesson files and a workbook to guide you through hands-on exercises.

Videos for DOS/Windows users

Introduction to Local Area Networks
Networking terminology; the components, structure, and uses of LANs; and how LANs can be used to share information and resources. (book)

Windows 3.0: Volume 1
The mouse, File Manager, sizing windows, moving files, creating/examining directories, Lotus 1-2-3, Paintbrush, Write Word Processor, and Word for Windows. (disk & book)

Windows 3.0: Volume 2
Excel, non-Windows applications, switching between applications, formatting and duplicating floppy disks, selecting and deleting files, adding and deleting a program group, and the control panel. (disk & book)

Videos for Macintosh users

Microsoft Excel 2.2: Video 1
Creating, saving, and printing spreadsheets; defining and formatting cells, rows, and columns; entering formulas; defining functions; and attaching notes.

Microsoft Excel 2.2: Video 2
Calculation precision, worksheet protection, working with databases, linking spreadsheets, and charts and graphs.

Microsoft Excel 2.2: Video 3
Logic functions, lookup tables, macros, custom menus, calculations, interactions, and window menus.

Claris FileMaker Pro: Video 1
Database definition; creating files; defining, editing, and searching records; the toolbox; basic calculations; and auto scripting.

Claris FileMaker Pro: Video 2
Labels, advanced scripting, sliding objects, mail merges, importing records, archiving, logic functions, and multiple arguments.

Claris FileMaker Pro: Video 3
Layout setup, sorting, formatting, calculating with summaries, importing/exporting data, and defining buttons.

Aldus PageMaker 4.0: Video 1
Desktop publishing tips, document setup, columns, margins/ page options, graphics, tool box, headlines, and reverses.

Aldus PageMaker 4.0: Video 2
Setting preferences, in-line graphics, drop caps, text options, leading/kerning, text rotation, and the table editor.

Aldus PageMaker 4.0: Video 3
Story editor, spell checker, search/replace, style sheets, image control, color/print/save options, linking feature, templates, and tips and tricks.

Introducing System 7.0
Installation, file-sharing, virtual memory, exploring the desktop, the trash can, new messages, views, templates, Apple menu, find, TrueType fonts, inter-application communication, and compatibility issues.