Every month, Durham University Business School will be covering different computer applications, from presentation graphics to databases, with the help of Owner/Managers from a range of different small to medium sized businesses. About You
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This month, we take a look at
Word Processing & Desk-Top Publishing
Linking it All Together with local area networks
The Snakes and Ladders of Computing
The 'Snakes and Ladders' theme seems to represent very well the feelings of those implementing computer systems in small business. The great thing about the game is that you always get to the winning square in the end. It's the same with computing. Even better, if you heed the experiences of others you can avoid most of the snakes and find the ladders first time round. We look at some of the main 'snakes' and some of the useful 'ladders' to help you avoid common pitfalls . . .
Seven Slithery Snakes
Nine Steps up the ladder
Spreadsheets - Accountancy -
Databases - Presentation Graphics