The Cobb Group's Word for Windows Companion, 2nd ed. WORD FOR WINDOWS COMPANION--the definitive guide to the world's most popular word processing program for the Microsoft Windows operating system--has now been completely updated to cover version 2.0. Authors Mark Crane, M. David Stone, and Alfred Poor have packed this new edition of the Cobb Group classic with detailed explanations, step-by-step instruction, real-world examples, and loads of advice. It's the most comprehensive Microsoft Word for Windows tutorial and reference available! WORD FOR WINDOWS COMPANION makes learning and using Microsoft Word for Windows faster, easier, and more enjoyable. New or occasional users will quickly master the essentials of producing and printing documents before progressing to more complex topics such as advanced formatting techniques and built-in word processing utilities. Users familiar with earlier versions of Word for Windows will learn about all the extraordinary improvements and added features of version 2.0 such as: Drag and Drop--Move words, sentences, and even paragraphs simply by highlighting text and dragging it to a new location. Toolbar--Easily format text, columns, and tables; create a drawing; or perform any number of other common tasks. Graphics Enhance a document's appearance with maps, diagrams, charts, and more. Envelopes--Address envelopes by simply clicking the envelope button on the Toolbar. Bullets and Numbers--Create bulleted or numbered lists with the click of a button. Integrated Grammar Checker--Check spelling, usage, and punctuation instantly. Find File--Search by author or any key word in a document to locate and preview a file. Print Merge Helper--Create complex personalized form letters and data files easily. Object Linking and Embedding (OLE)--Paste data or graphics from another Windows-based application into documents and maintain automatic links with other applications for easy updating. Handy appendixes cover Microsoft Windows operating system basics as well as mouse and keyboard techniques. A comprehensive index helps users quickly locate information on any topic in the book. Mark Crane has written or cowritten several bestselling books and journals about personal computer software and hardware, including books about Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word for Windows, Microsoft Excel, and the Hewlett Packard LaserJet printer. He currently serves as The Cobb Group's product marketing manager. M. David Stone has been working with and writing about personal computers since 1981. He is a contributing editor at PC Magazine, where he writes the "Working Word" column. Alfred Poor is a writer, industry analyst, and PC Magazine contributing editor who works out of his "electronic cottage" in Bucks County, Pennsylvania Microsoft Press is the book division of Microsoft Corporation and the leading publisher of quality computer books on Microsoft products. More than 10 million users of all skill levels rely on a complete line of Microsoft Press books for training, reference, and on-the-job software support. Titles ranging from streamlined tutorials for first-time computer users to technical references for professional programmers are distributed to book and software retailers worldwide. Consumers in the United States can also order directly from the publisher at 1-800-MSPRESS. Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") has become the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day. Microsoft Press, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA 98052 206-882-8080 +---------------------------------------------------------------+ | From the America Online New Product Information Services | +===============================================================+ | This information was processed with OmniPage Professional OCR | | software (from Caere Corp) & a Canon IX-30 scanner from data | | provided by the above mentioned company. For additional info, | | contact the company at the address or phone# indicated above. | | All submissions for this service should be addressed to | | BAKER ENTERPRISES, 20 Ferro Drive, Sewell, NJ 08080 U.S.A. | +---------------------------------------------------------------+