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It is that time of the year when we look for the perfect gift. Yes,
Christmas is gaining on us quickly. Below is a list of programs,
utilities, and games that should please those on your shopping list.
Office Accelerator 2.1 -- An excellent add-on to your word
processor. Create labels, envelopes, fax, letters, and more. See
article for SPECIAL CTM OFFER. From BaseLine Data Systems, Inc.
Microsoft Publisher 2.0. - The latest release of Publisher is
simpler to use, and has many new and enhanced features. It will
create painless newsletters, flyers, brochures, and just about
anything else. MS has also released a Special Occasions Design Pack
that is sold separately. The CD-ROM version of MS Publisher 2.0
includes the Design Pack, and has a special introductory SRP of $139
until December 31, 1993.
Colorado Backup for Windows. -- This comes from the people who have
brought you quality tape backup units for years. The Windows version
is a snap to use.
Norton Backup v2.2 for DOS or Windows. These are two separate
packages. It should be the leader in backup software. This version
now supports high speed controllers by Colorado and Iomega. It was
the only thing lacking in a great program. Very flexible, and easy
to use. Does NOT support SCSI devices.
Norton Utilities v7.0. Everyone should have a solid utility package.
This is IT!
PrintShop Deluxe v1.2 for DOS or Windows. A leader for years. Create
banners, letterhead, greeting cards, etc. Version 1.2 allows you to
import graphics. From Broderbund.
Microsoft Encarta. A CD-ROM encyclopedia that should be in
everyone's library. The 1994 Edition is being released, and carries
a special introductory price of $99 until December 31, 1993.
CorelDRAW! v4.0 for Windows. The program by which all others are
measured. Version 4.0 has enhanced features, and added more fonts
and graphics. A complete graphics program that will do it ALL!
San Diego Zoo Presents...The Animals. This CD-ROM is a well-planned
tour through the world famous San Diego Zoo. Learn about the
animals, as well as the workings of the zoo. Go behind the scenes
for up close and personal looks at the people. From The Software
Toolworks.
Golden Retriever. A Windows document manager that helps users to
create, store, organize, track and search for documents and files.
Breaks the 8-character file names with user-friendly file names up
to 256 characters long. SRP $99. From Above Software.
WinSleuth Gold Plus. New edition analysis, diagnostic software that
helps users install, configure and troubleshoot hardware and
software running under Windows. Simplifies installation of
multimedia boards, CD-ROM drives, fax/modems, scanners, networking
and other adapters with library of data files that provide accurate
DMA, IRQ and port requirements for specific devices, ensuring proper
installation with just a point and click. SRP $189. From Dariana
Software.
CursorPower for OS/2 and Windows. CursorPower Special Edition for
WordPerfect for Windows. Enables user to redesign and resize the
arrow, I-beam, hourglass and other cursors that come standard with
OS/2 and Windows. This is the only cursor toolkit that includes
versions for both OS/2 and Windows on one disk. The special edition
also enables users to enlarge hard-to-find text insertion caret in
WordPerfect for Windows documents. Each package carries a SRP of
$49.95. From North Shore Systems, Inc.
The Presidents: It All Started With George. An excellent CD-ROM for
the whole family. The CD contains audio and video clips. Lets you
trace the history of the electoral process, and contains information
and stills, in addition to the above, on all the Presidents and
their families. From National Geographic Society.
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Microsoft Arcade for Windows. Relive the 'oldies but goodies' from
the arcade of yore. Games like: Missile Command, Asteroids,
Centipede, and others will keep you entertained for hours. Sound
card support for added realism.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 5.0. This is the best release yet. You
have your own instructor, who will assist you, or land the plane for
you. Improved sound and graphics make this a hit.
Indiana Jones: The Fate of Atlantis. The CD-ROM version, with its
added sounds and more, far surpasses the disk based version. A CD
must for adventure game addicts. From Lucas Arts.
Scrabble Deluxe for Windows or Monopoly Deluxe for Windows. Either
of these with full sound support, will please aficionados of these
games. From Virgin Games.
The Seventh Guest. A dual CD-ROM based adventure. This is a very
challenging game. Most of the game is devoted to solving puzzles, as
you try to unravel the mystery. Sound effects, ghosts, and other
special effects will keep you on the edge of your seat. From Virgin
Games.
From SIERRA ONLINE:
King's Quest VI CD-ROM. Upgrade offer for owners of previous
versions of KQ.
Space Quest V: The Next Mutation.
Police Quest 4: Open Season.
Gabriel Knight: The Sins of the Father.
Outpost. Double-speed CD-ROM suggested. VESA compliant video card.
From Coktel Vision (part of Sierra family):
The Prophecy.
Inca Multimedia CD-ROM
Inca 2 (coming soon)
Lost In Time. Full motion video, free motion in 3D.
From Sierra Discovery Series:
Mixed-Up Mother Goose CD-ROM. Ages 3 and up.
Mixed-Up Fairy Tales. Ages 7 and up.
EcoQuest: The Search for Cetus (CD-ROM). Ages 12 and up.
Lost Secret of the RainForest (Sequel to EcoQuest). 10 and up.
Japanese Alive!. First Multimedia program that teaches Japanese.