Licenses
A thorny subject, but morally, you should ensure that you have proper rights to run software on your machines.
Generally you cannot simply take a program home with you and use it if it is installed on a work machine (& vv).
Different Licenses
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Relational Databases
From storing details of customers through accounts to compiling reports, databases can be configured to suit exact requirements.
Database Workshop
Access Workshop
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Word-processors
A trip through the File, Edit and View menus is imperatiive if a user is to start to use such a program well. The use of Keyboard Shortcuts can eventually cut down on mouse pointing and speed up use.
Word Workshop
WordPro Workshop
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Spreadsheets
Similar Keyboard Shortcuts to wordprocessors means that text and formulae can be easily manipulated. The key to a good spreadsheet is simplicity and thinking about the user. Parts of the spreadsheet can be protected (locked) and also hidden (set to zero width or height) should they only contain formulae.
Excel Workshop
123 Workshop
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Graphics
There are many graphics formats, and each program seems to intoduce its own proprietry format also. The following wrkshops aim to take some of the mystery out of scanning, converting, adjusting and preparing suitable graphics for a range of applications.
Graphics Workshop
Phil's Graphics Tips
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Internet Authoring
The art of publishing to an Intranet or the Internet is extensive. It all starts with HTML. Many programs can help generate the code, but a good eye for colour and structure are important.
HTML Code Primer
Web Design Hints
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eMail Clients
Two popular and easily available types of eMail account are POP and Web accounts. eMailis a powerful medium of communication thatcan be unintrusive yet can allow files and pictures to be transferred easiy between machines over regular telecoms lines or via mobile phone.
Email Workshop
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Publishing
Check out Publishing Guidance, which deals with the many different genres a business needs to deal with.
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Other Applications
Programs outside the 'Office' suite, but useful nonetheless.
Internet Browser Help
PowerPoint Help
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