Publisher's Synopsis
Reviewer's comments:"I was most impressed with this text and would recommend it""I would happily recommend this book for school, college and in-company use.""I have not seen anything so comprehensive as this particular book...I would recommend this as a course text."Contemporary Word Processing propels text production into the computer age!This single volume incorporates keyboarding specifically for computers together with comprehensive practice in word processing and core text production. Unlike standard text production titles it includes:* regular reference to computer techniques including file management, backups, scanning and defragmenting of disks* good development of keyboarding technique including numeric keypad fingering* specific guidance on use of fonts and point sizes for headings and text* particular attention to avoiding computer related health problems such as RSI, fatigue and eye strain.* interesting and varied exercises in proofreading, keying in documents, and editing draftsWritten for all students of text production from beginners to those at level 3, the book is applicable for use with any modern word processing package.;It covers keyboarding, practice in using all the basic features of a package, design and formatting of documents and speed tests. Word processing is presented as a multi-purpose operation incorporating creation, editing, storing , retrieving , formatting and printing of documents. The modular structure makes it appropriate for the new Text Processing examinations of RSA, LCCI and other examination boards, as well as the NVQ standards of competence in keyboarding and word processing.KEY FEATURES* fully integrates keyboarding, word processing and text production in one volume* designed to be used with any word processing package* covers RSA text processing and NVQ competencies up to level 3* practical approach to file management* comprehensive coverage of health and safety requirements * can be used for class or home based studyContemporary Word Processing is a core text for all students taking courses involving word processing, text production and keyboarding at foundation and intermediate level for all examining bodies.Jacqueline Appleton has been for many years an examiner, senior examiner, chief examiner for RSA, LCCI, Pitman and SEG, and an external verifier for City & Guilds
