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The Computer Paper / Jan '91

CONTENTS

Poraable Computers Portable computers keep getting more portable. The notebook computers we

The Computer Paper e B.C. EdNon • Jenuery 1881 sir Rg

look at this month are extremely light-

weight and easy to live with. At this size, computers can be much more easily inte-

LAPTOP COMPUTERS N oteable Notebooks ..............................................28

grated into everyday living. No longer are you desk4ound by your PC, you can take it with you. I took a trip this month, and brought ocket organizer", the little Portfolio from Atark I found it very helpful, withitsdaydimer and mini-wordprocessor. Interestingly, the spreadsheet turned out

Three recentofferings from Toshiba, Sanyo and Sharp. Bv Daniel

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The Intra LT-386SX Laptop ........................•...........30 Heaftier than a notebook PC, but powerfuL By Graeme Bennett. r ~

BrIdggng d The Laptop Gap .......................................33 For owners of Ataris, Commodores and Macintoshs. By Nancy Devi tt Lorieait

:,, Why Your Next Computer liight Be A 38$ ............35 A buyer's guide to choosing a computer that suits your needa By Graeme Bennett.

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The long document master comes to the Macintosh. By NetsonRttest.

C om p e t i t i o n F o r W i n d o w s $ $$$$$ • oooo • $$• s s • $$ • $$$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ • $$ • $ $ 4 GeoWorks Ensemble off ers Windows features and speed. By Graeme Bennett. N Ic r o e o f

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to be its most valuable asM:t for me. I

wanted to play around with the effecls of some business projections, and I was able to quickly build a small model of the project and try a few what% scenarios to come to a better business decision. The numbers were right there, I didn't have to waituntilI got back from the trip to make myconclusions. I could testmyhypotheses right in the field. While the Portfolio has its limitations, portability is one of its best sellingpoints. I can'twaituntil someoneputsoutalovpcost%6kased computer with a goodmzed hard drive in this pocket style package. Speahng of speed, GeoWorks Ensemble, a new Mac4ike graphical user interface for PCs, is offering up competition to Microsoft's behemoth. Unlike Windows, GeoWorks is written in assembly language for speed. It offers much of the same functionality as Windows, but runs reasonably even on older XTatyle computers. Check out our review on page 45. Ottawakesed Corel is out with a new version of Corel Draw, its very successfulWindows drawing program. Sales for this package have skyrocketed since its introduction. It is recognized by many as the best drawing program on the market, even beating the Macintosh programs in this area. Nelson Ruest, desktop publishing wiz extraordinaire and long%me contributor to these pages, is back to give us an overview of the package.

This Month, We Have...& Really Big Show

The industry standard mouse.

By Pattl ocher.

Used Computer Handbook .....................................49 A new book tells you how to get the best deal when buying and selling a used computer. By T. Bass.

This month, you will see in our pages the Pacific Rim Computer 8c Communication ShowGuide. TheshowisbeingheldJanuary'l4,15 & 16at theWorldTrade and Convention Centre. From what we have seen of the products that will be there, it is a show not to be missed. If you get a chance, drop by our booth and say hello, we are in booth 344.

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Amiga Gets Networking Capabilities ....................52 . Long a favorite in the home, the Amiga gets networking for business. By Nancy Dpi tt Lorieau.

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Darth Vader's shaver, or Optical Character Recognition mirade? By Craeme Bennett. •% Stunt Orwer ...........................................................55

The game Stunt Driver proves addicting. By John McCormick,

Trilogy: A Language For The Logical .....................38 Locally developed Trilogy offers programming based on mathematical logic. By S~h Smith. •

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Publisher/Editor Kirtan Singh Khalsa Newabytaa Contributine Editors Wendy Woods,Wayne Yacco, Dana Slankenhorn,Jon Pepper, Steve GoltL Peter Vekinis, Ken Takahashi, Naoyuh Yazawa, Paul Zucker, and Grant Buckler Assistant Editor Graeme Bennett Contrihutlng Writers T. Sass, Gmeme Bennett, Nancy Devitt Lorieau,John McCormick, Nelson Ruest, Stephen Smith, Daniel Werger, Paul Zucker. Proofreader Neall Calvert Offic Moneyer Dharm Kaur Khalsa ReeePtioniat: Suzanne Byars Cover Avtt Graeme Bennett, e.C. Ad Sales Hari Singh Khalsa,John Oliver Alberta Ad salsa Patrkia FiuGeiald Manitoba Ad Saiee Suzanne FitzGenld Ad Production Carolyn Howse, Graeme Bennett, Hari Singh Khalsa, Claudio Dugal Distribution Ken Kemp & Ko. Printer Transcontinental Printers, Printed in Canada

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Caere Corporation informs us that the DOS version ofTypist, Zhe Ultimate

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developers is back with more new lowcost HyperCard stackware for the Macintosh. Eric Rojo (an architect by trade), has

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involvement in the constitutional debate

is slated to begin operation January 4. Called 0 CANADA, the electronic information service will contain an extensive l ibrary of f a ctual i n f ormation, an d background material on all aspects of the constitution, and will provide a "think tank" atmosphere for structured discussions between its participants.

Independently organized and maintained by ASK Information Enterprises, the project is funded by educational institutions and the one-time $5. 00 fee that participants pay to sign up. Users are &ee to access all of the information without

Pitman Puts $90,000 Into

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on a wide variety of computer-related subjects, including DOS, Windows, desktop publishing, Corel Draw, accounting, dBase and word processing (to name just a few), besides their usual business courses. Contact: John BaziUi (604) 788-7848

Meech Lake By Modems A new BBS service promoting public

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GS T Computer Accounting Info Available on Smy In our October 1990 issue, we ran an article called a Survey of PC Accounting Software. The folks at Suzy sent us a letter

asking that we acknowledge Richard With the QST

and the recession, let' s see if we can make our computers last a while.

I saw an ad for Compatible Computers saying they' ll recondition a computer for only $75.

Makes sense. Computers are like cars. If you don't service them. they give you trouble.

The service takes only 24 hours, so let's send them 2 at a time. Start with the

ones giving us the most trouble.

Morchove as the author of portions of this article. While we did credit him as a source in the article, he in fact wrote some portions of the material contained

in the article. Richard Morchove is an accountant from Toronto who runs the

IN (Information Network) about computerized accounting on Stay. It is an excellent source of information on Ca-

nadian accounting, especially in these rapidlychanging GS T time If you need such information, it is well worth the price of Susy to check it out.

Smy, the software package is available atmanycomputer retail outletsfor $29.95 or less. Users can, with the use of a modem and the Suzy software gain access

to a wealth of Canadian business, real estate, entertaininent and computer information. The Computer Paperalso archives the text from past issues on Suzy. Susy is accessable across Canada via

Datapac, so that most people in major centres with a Datapac telephone number do not have to pay long distance charges to use it.Smy 'seasy to use, "pointandMoot" interfacetakes much of the trauma out of going online for first time lisei's.

Illustrator $.0 Correction As it turns out, it was not an Adobe Illustrator bug that caused custom colors

to "no longer work when filesare exported to other applications," as reported

on page 60 of our December issue. The bug — verified as real when I tested itwith

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Make recommendations for future upgrades Complete report on system

Quark Xpressversion S.O— vanished as soon asQuark released a bugEix for their program. The bugwure's name is Zapper 2,0, and is available free on GEnie, CompuServe, and most BBS's. The bug onlyaffected versio 3.0 ofQuarkXPress, and was not an Adobe Illustrator bug.

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Novell Chtims 'N% Of UK Market Share BRACKNELL, BERKSHIRE, ENGLAND, 1990 DEC 19 (NB) — Novell has commissioned asurvey of the London Times™top 1000" companieswhich confirms the position of its Netware operating system in the nuinber one sales slot.

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against Fox Software for copyright in&ingement and, in doing so, has rendered invalid Ashton-Tate's copyright for dBASE IH Plus. The suit was die missed "with prejudice" and the use of such language precludes Ashton-Tate &om refiling a new suit in the same court

Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Users of the latest

version of VISPYwould only see a report that 2K(2048 bytes) of memoryis hidden &om MS-DOS by an unknown program, but the next update will fullyidentifyand remove the Beijing virus, according to Glath. Thomas Grayson, manager of the Transportation Systems Division Computer Department of the Civil Engineering Department at MIT, reports that the virus overwrites absolute disksector 1 on a hard disk but it also apparently copies the original information to absolute sector 6so thosewith the technical knowhow can probablyrepair the diskbyremoving the virus signature and copying the correct information back to absolute sector 1. Mr. Grayson, an M1Tgraduate student who did his undergraduate work at

time that it obtained copyright, did not reveal that dBASE was based on JPL/ DIS, a product originally developed at theJet Propulsion LaboratoriesQPL) in Pasadena, California. Wayne Ratliff, developer of dBASE (originally known as Vulcan), was a former employee ofJPL In the written ruling, Hatter said that when Ashton-Tate applied for a copyright, it failed to mention the JPL link and, in doing so, Ashton-Tate had "repeatedly failed to disclose material information to the United States Copyright Office." The dBASE language, although daimedbyAshton-Tate asitsintellectual property, is used as the basis for products &om other software firms including Fox Software, WordTech Systems, and Nan-

up to 01BE (the HEX or hexadecimal address of the beginning of the second absolute sector on a hard disk) normally contains a small amount of code along with some error messages and a s~g of zeros but if the Beijing virus has infected the disk it will contain garbage up to the 01BE (HEX) addresL He reports that the origin of the virus ispresentlyunknown because there are a number of students with access to the MIT computers which have become infected.

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Ashton-Tate president and CEO, William Lyons, was quoted assaying that the ruling is wrong and that Ashton-Tate will ask the judge to reconsider. Lyons also said that the company will appeal if the ruling is not changed. "We' re surprised and alarmed," said Lyons. As basis for the removal of copyright protection for dBASE III Plus, Judge

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Several other virus strains have also

shown up, including the "Stoned" virus which prints the message, "Your computerisnowstoned. Legaliaemarijuana." McAfee Associates' VShield is reportedlynow being distributed at test sites in Saudi Arabia to help stem this virus attack

Robert Greene,a staffreporter for GouenamsntCsfaInltsr Nerss,has reported in the December 10 issue that about 5,000 U.S. Army PC computers have become infected with viruses in the last 90 days and thatPentagon officialsareconcerne about the effect this might have on Operation Desert Shield. The virus infections are thought to be

due to soldiers buying inexpensive local software in Saudi Arabia such as com-

Hatter need that Ashton-Tate, at the

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Immediately following the judge' s ruling, WordTech issued a statement saying, in part, "Although WordTech has a separate 1987 contract with Ashton-

Tate in which Ashton-Tate agreed that WordTech productsare free &om copyright lawsuit, WordTech bdieves this decision is a further measure of protec-

tionfor itscustomers." The WordTech statement also said "This decision will strengthen the dBASK after market for dBASE langua~ompatible databases

and follows products by encouraging

independent implementattons of the dBASE language." FoxSoftware PresidentandCEO David Fulton told Newsbytes, "We are delighted with the ruling. We feel that justice has been served and that it is a reletter day for the X4mse industry. The ruling removes a cloud from the users of nonAshton-Tateproducts and is a just response to the monstrous claims that had been madebyAshton-Tate.The language that.underlies the XZase products is estimated tobe; the most commonlyused language for microcomputer applications with up to 8,000,000 users. Ashton-

Tate, through this lawsuit, tried to arrogantly establish a monopoly over this

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than in the marketplace, there is bound to be problems created and I'm glad that the judge has ended this action." A Wall Street analyst who closely follows the software industry told Newsbytes that he sees the ruling as having farreaching implications. The analyst, who preferred toretnain anonymous, said, "The ruling could trigger a number of forces. Although the dBASE language is considered a standard, it is, in many ways, inadequate. I think that now firrns will be wffling to invest development dollars to enhance the language." He added that he expectedto see ramifica-

Hatter recognized the unfairness of this

attempt andreached a fair and proper decision." Pat Adams, a long-tenn consultant in.

the dBASE community and the founding treasurer of the International dBASE Users Group (IDBUG), coaunented on the ntfing to Newsbytes, saying, "Independent attorneys specializing in software and intellechial p teU

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Southern Bell Wins Caller ID Without Blocking ATLANI'A, GEORGIA, DEC 7 (NB)The Georgia Public Service Commission voted 54 to allow Southern Bell to offer the controversial Caller ID service without blochng, except for selected police agenciesand social servicehotlines which

request it The decision is due to be reviewed in a year. S outhern Bell spokesman Susan Bradbury told Newsbytes the decision will "increase the privacy of people receiving calls." Using a special display unit, Caller ID allowsconsumers to see the number of the person calling them before they answer the phone. When linked to computer prograomlike Rochelle'sANI Plus, it allows businesses to link incoming numbers to their own databases, or save callers' numbers for later use or sale to maiTing- list firms.

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Jupiter Head Calls Prodigr Top Online News of 1990 NEW YORK, NEW YORK, DEC 14 (NB) — Prodigy, and the rest of the industxy's response to it, was the top

online news story of 1990; according to marketanalystJosh Harria Harris, whose Jupiter Communications studies the industry and whose monthly Coawsct Tiwiss newsletter cover's it, told Newsbytes that, whether it succeeds or not, the IBMSears joint venture has had a profound effect on the online services business.

"Everyone changed their billingstructure to some sort of flat rate, except

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dozens of services offered at a nighti e rate of $4.95 per month. For 1991, Harris expectsa further response&om the older players in the online industry. "GEnie and CompuServe will more ardently pursue a graphical interface," he predicted. But Prodigy will have to respond to the older partof the industry as ithasn'tin the past, he added. "Prodigy will ad d s om e o f t h e fe a t ures its competitors have, like uploading and downloading of files, as well as real@me messaging and technical support. Harris also feels shopping and online games will star t to take off in 1991, partly because ofProdigy and partly because of new technology. As to who's making money online, Harris

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Northwest Cellular Service To Be Linked To Canada KIRKLAND,WASHINGTON,DEC 14 (NS) — McCaw Cellular is upgrading its switching system to provide seandess coverage from the Paciac Northwest to

the whole of Canada, CaHersin Washington along I-90 or I-5 will soon be able to makeandreceivecaHsregardlessof where they are at any given time, without having to use cumbersome special- access codes or roaming numbers. The plan can be seen as th» harbinger for McCaw"s goal of creating a complete nationwide ceHularnetwork McCawpaid $1.5 billion to acquire Lin Broadcasting in a biddmg war with SeHSouth to become the main beneflciaxy of such a network. Initially, system conversion in Seattle,

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range of services — such as data transmission via computer and fax.

An industxy spokesman said that, for the U.S., nationwide call only a year away. I'H be able to take my Washington~ d p h one to Chicago and m Washington number will fmd me there. We' ve alreadyvslidated the technology." Contact: McCawCellular, Sob RatMe, 2 (SMM 6 8 5

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The Dutch branch of the Business Software Alliance watchdog group has filed an of6cial The 3+earmld DeNt, HoHand resident may stand trial for infringements on copyright, fencing, and stealing while on o8icial duty. Police say they found a stack of illegal softwareand an improvised catalogue with 1,200 titles elsewhere in The Netherlandsand proceeded withan investigation assisted by The HaguePilot Team to Fight Computer Crime.

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The Computer Paper f Jen'$1 for past in&ingement, attorneys' fees,

form. The aim is to improve the cur-

prejudgement interest, and treble damages for willful infringemeiit.

rentlyoverstrainedexamination process; patent applications are filed at the rate

The Hayes patent applies to modems that require receipt of an escape se-

quence bounded by a guard time to escape to a PC commuiucation software program's command mode. It covers all

Hayescompatible modems, because the seqiience is a crucial part of the Hayes AT command set.

In recent events concerning the patent, PresidingJudge Samuel A. Conti has granted Hayes motions to disniiss all antitrust claims made by the four, and

the Circuit Court has upheld Conti's ruling not to hold the patent invalid

of 726,000 per year. The electronic application, made online or in a Soppy disk, can be transferred to the host computer of the Patent

Office via ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) or DDX-P (Digital Data Kxchange-Packet). The Soppy disk application must be made in JIS Qapan Industrial Standard) format based on the Patent Oalce's electronic application standard specifications. This means the applications cannot be formatted for MS-DOS. O ne of the major advantages of the

without a trial. In order to win, the defendants must prove to the trial court that the Hayes patent is either obvious or invalid in some other way. Recent court rulings have increased the protection offered bypatents in the computer field. Hayes also for its patent

hasprotection in France, Germany, Italy, the United

Kingdom, andCanada.A second patentin&ingement case against Multitech is ~ beingpursuedin the U.S. DistrictCourt

Philips Sets WAN World Record NURKMBKRG, GERMANY, DKC 12 (NB) — Philips Ko m m u nikations Industrie says it has successfully bridged 15$ kilometers at a speed of 2.5 GB per second without a repeater. The test was carried out under stable conditions with

a laser in single mode. The wide area networkmakesuse of a 1,550nanometer wavelength. Philips said that the speed and the capacity is equal to 80,270 digital 64KB channels and hence is anewworld record. For the test, a new 2 milliwattlaser was

developed, as was anewoptical reception system. The Synchronous Digital Hierarchy

nounced two field tests for SDH ~ smission. PhiTips was offered the contract

in February this year to deliver SDH multiplexers and a networking management system. The 6eld tests of the Australian FIT are the firstin the world and are expected to start in 1991.

PhiTips is linhng up with Californian Optlink on the Aussie contract. Optilink is a pioneer in Synchronous Optical Networking.

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world's 6rst "paperless" patent application system has debuted inJapan. The country's Patent Office now accepts patent applications electronically on Soppy disks or onhne, rather than just on paper. The PatentOSice has been makingan effort to almost do away with paper in order to facilitate the judging of applications. As a part of the project, the of6ce has contrived a new system to accept the applications in electronic data

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health of those who work at video display terminals (VDTs). The lawcallsfor breaks for VDT workers every 15 minutes, ergonomic equipment,and more research on radiationand other hazards forVDT workers, among other measures. San Francisco supervisors voted 8 to 1 to approve the measure, which will come up for asecond vote next week before reaching the desk of Mayor Art Agnes. The law affects businesses with at least 15employeesand allows them to take up to twoyears to provide comfortable and safe equipment with which employees

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to Phihps, and may lead to worldwide networking standards,, its importance as big as the development of ISDN. In June 1989, Telecom Australia an-

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for Minnesota, but no trial date has been set there.

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new application process is that documents filed electronically do not need a seal, a process required of paper applications. The identity of an applicant is established by ID (identification) and password in the case of an online 6ling and by bar code label in a Soppy disk. The Patent Oalce expects that the newapplication system will bring about a switch of 80 percent of the patent applications &om the current paper format to online or floppy disks within a year.

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The c omp uter Payer / Jan '91 for thisemerging field, but little consen-

including Supexvisor Nancy Walker, say

of "virtual reality" drewarespectable 315 show~ and s howcased some commercial and n~ o m m ercial products &oui the 10 exhibitorL Sponsored by Meckler Conference Management of Westport, Cormecticut, producers of the Sedghng Virtual Real-

that the money has already been ear-

ity Report, t h e show was held at the

controlled only in part by the user," a

marked by the city, which has promised to upgrade 6scilities for its workers.

Cathedral Hill Hotel in San Francisco and is promisedas the 6rst of many. The next show will beheld in London at the Cavendish Conference Center on June 5, 1991. Phone the Meckler Ltd. group at0'714814985 for more infor-

de6niiion &om Michael Spring, profes-

The law aLso calls for employees who work at the terminals all day to get regu-

become an issue with the city's Chamber of Commerce, which is taking out newspaper ads proclaiming that the lawsends a signal that "San Francisco is nota good

lar breaks at 15-minute intervals in order to stretch and rest their hands and arms.

place to do business." However, the measure's supporters,

can wos k, including better lighting, wrist rests, and adjustable chairs and tables.

The third provision calls for a panel to advise the city on new developments in research concerning potential hazards

at VDT termmals mcludlng radiation dangers as well as repetitive motion injursese

Experts estimate the law, which is backed by the Service Employees International Union, will cost the city $1.4 to $6 million to enforce.

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SFO Hosts First Public Virtual Reality Show SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, DEC 12 (NB) — The world's 6rst public conference devotedto theemerging6eld

mation. There was a great deal of enthusiasm

among the many distinguished speakers

sus as to what it is, or its potential. Ex-

pertsdelneitdllferently,&om the simple "stereoscopic head mount" of Steven Auks~ isi s, consultant on virtual reality, to "a form of interface character-

ized by an environmental simulation sor at the University of Pittsburgh.

Additionally, the term "cyberspace" is interchanged with virtual reality, cyberspace being defined as "the illusion of being somewhere other than where you are," by Randal Wahser of Autodesk, and as "a consensual hallucination experienced daily by billions of legitimate operators in every nation, by children being taught mathematical concepts," by William Gibson, author of

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Battletech Center, a popular Chicago center where gameplayers are physically placed inside closet+sized modules and

immersed in the audio and video of an interactive hituristic battle. Jordan Weisman, president, tells Newsbytes that the concept has been so success6si that new facilities will be opened soon in New York, Los Angeles, Florida, and London, with San Francisco and Boston on the drawing boards. He says the Chicago center has had 40,000customerssince its opening late in the summer. There was also a head~ounted LED display system for a PC vrhich 6ts over one eye. The Private Eye, $V95 to endusers, is &om Re6ection Technology of

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The Computer Paper I Jan '91 Insignia 8otutions, the British

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ublisher best Imown for software that ets users run MS -DOS programs on

ing the product commercially. Still, the bugs to be worked out of virtual reality tend to iiivolve the speed of the hardware, says Sense8's Patrice

Gelband. "The processors in the sensing devices are too slow," she said, adding that an even bigger problem is the comfortof the devicespeople mustuse. "LVith the gloves (Datagloves), people's arms get tired. All these issues have to be resolvecl.

Unstable Russian Govt

Drives Computer Prices Up MOSCOW, U.S.S.R., DEC 10 (NB)The unstable political situation and signs of coming big changes in state 6scal policy have raised rouble computer prices. According to a variety of dealers and buyers of computers and other electron-

ics in Moscow, the price of a standard AT rose from 4$45 thousand roubles last

week to 54,lX&55,000 roubles now. Fax machines are also up, &om 11-15 thousand roubles to 15-22 thousand. Last month, President Gorbachev issued a decree thattakes 40% of foreign

currency earnings from all Soviet enterprises "to service state debt paymentL"

This decreeand riunors about coming limitations for rouble transactions has

forced many peopleto spend moneylocal and foreign — investing in small but expensive unitssuch as computers, ac-

cording to Leonid Malkov of Paragraph, a joint venture.

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Uniforum Canada Unveils 1991 Slate of Events TORO N T O , ONT ARIO, DKC 10 (NB) — UniForiun Canada, the national

Unix users' group, has announced its schediile of events for the coming year. It includes a national show and conference in Toronto in May, aFrench4angiiage show and conference in Montreal in October,and a road show for western Canada.

The Open Systemsfor Government Show and Conference will be held at the Ottawa Congress Centre in Ottawa en

January 16 and 17. UniForum's C a n adian E x e cutive

Symposium on Unix and Open Systems is scheduled for Torontc 's Prince Hotel on March 6 and 7.

The Open Systems Road Show snd Seminars will he in Calgary March 4 and

5, inEdmonton March 7 and 8, and in Vancouver March 12 andi'. The Calgary and Edmonton events are at those cities' convention centres, while the Vancouver venue is the Robson Square Media Centre.

The National Open Systems Showand Unix 'll Conference is scheduled for the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on May 15 through 17. Finally, Les Systemes de @xebec et Conference will be held at Place Bonaventiire in Montreal on October 10

and 11. Contact: Fawn Maureen Lubmann,'

UniForum Canada, 41 6-259-3048

Insignia Buys DOS-UnderUmx Technology SUNNYVALE, CALIFORNIA, DKC 18

Macintoshes, hasbought technology that will let Unix users iun MS-DOS applications. The seller was Phoenix Technolo-

gies, one of the pioneers in cloning IBM PC components. Price of the sale was an undisclosed number of shares in the privately«held Insignia. Phoenix, based in Norwood, Massachuseus, was one of the 6rst companies to duplicate the ISM PC's basic input/ output software (BIOS) — thus allowing the "cloning of MS-DOS systems. It currently makes a variety of systemsoftware products. Though it daims more than 200 companies as dients, Phoenix has been inSnancial trouble for some

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Insignia Solutions is best known for its product SoftPC,which letsusersrun MSDOS programs on M a c intoshes, Sparcstations and Next computers. The software emulates Intel processors on non-Intel platforms. The company is headquartered in High Wycombe, England, and has U.8. marketing ofEces in Sunnyvale, Californiaand Andover, Massachusetts.

The abiTity to run DOS programs as a task under Unix is not new.

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vendors have sold such a system since 1985,with varying degrees of commercial and technical success. Contacts: Roger Friedberger, Insignia, 408M2-7600; Richard Levandov, Phoenix Technologies, 617-5514005.

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Microsoft Releases OLE Specs REDMOND„WASHINGTON, DEC 13 (NB) — As promised "by the end of the year," Microsoft this week released preliminary speci6cations for Object Linking and Embedding (OLE), a protocol t hat could considerably expand th e

power of Windows. Based onthe Dynamic Data Exchange (DDK) protocolthatalreadyexistswitbin Windows and which allows systems integrators to add the functions of of-theshelfWindowsapplicationstoeachother,

Laser Su 1ies;

OLK represents MicrosoSt's atteinpt to

bring a form of objectmriented proing to office automation. T h ey I'ave labeled it, "Information At Your

Ribbons .' Diskettes:j

Fingertips." The newspecsenvision calls to Application Program Interfaces (APIs) embodied in Microsoft~upplied OLK-

related Dynamic LinkLibraries (DLLathe Windows version of overlay program

6les). The use of DLLs invoked at the API level should greatlysimplify thework of application programmers, who previously had to work directly with the Windews "messaging loop — a chore widely described as "hairy at best."

The speci6cations were announced (and the DLLs distributed) at a system-

design workshop hosted byMicrosoft in Redmond, Washington, attended by more than 200software developers. The spea6cations were reported to be arrived at a8ter input from Lotus, Aldus, WordPerfectand Micrograht. "Object linking and embedding is an important step forward in improving the very fundamental ways the user is able to integrate and share application information, both individually and as part of a workgroup," announced Sill Gates, Mi-

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almost zero retention of facts and spend most of our lives trying to repair misunderstandings with each otheri What we are good at is understanding conceptual relationships between events and actions. In other words, we are great

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Options for the T1200XE include up to five megs of RAM, a built~ Hayescompatible modem, additional battery packs, international keyboards, and an external 5.25-inch Soppy drive.The Toshiba, heaviest of the three, weighs in at a hery 8 p6uncls. There arefour things which infiuence the attractiveneesof these machines.The

first is the weight. The second is the screen, the third is the keyboard and the

fourth is the feel of quality/ruggedness. The Toshiba has little to distinguish itself

on any of these points.

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Finally, today we have progressed to the "notebook" computer. Within the last year or so, notebook computers have begun to profiferate.

Theyare small enough tofitin a briefcase, light enough to be picked up with one hand by a normal human being,and powerful enough to "takeyour offi ce anywhere." What separates the notebooks &om the laptops, desktops, minie and main&ames is that they function without the

need for a trunk full of peripherals and don't require the user to squint or use a

magnifying glass to see the screen.

Sanyo MBC 17NB Whereas the Toshilxt has a rounded, lozenge4ke shape and feel, the Sanyo is m ore hard~ged and bookie . T h e depth of the Sanyo (12.5 by 10 by 2 inches) is one inch less than the Toshiba and it weighs one pound less than the Toshiba. The CPU is also an 80C286

running at 12MHz (switchable down to 8MHz). It has one 1.44MB, 3.5-inch Soppy drive and a 20MB hard drive. The display, an LCD blue panel with CFL backlighting, can achieve a resolution of s • .~c"'i: "" @'' r

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tention.) The keyboard on the T1200XE is

standard both in type and size (big fln-

DC power, as well as an AC adapter for householdcurrentand automafic battery charging. Options for this machine indude expansion of RAM to 5MB, a Hayescompatible240Q4audmodemandaclipon rechargeable batterypack The Sanyo runs under the MS-DOS 4.01 operating system+

The Sanyo MBC-17NB is closer to the ideal of a powerful, full-function DOS machine. Again, of the four attractiveness criteria,onecrificismwoulclbe thefeeling of quality/ruggednesL Neither the keyboard nor the casing inspire solidity. The unit doesn't feel as if it could take much of the daily bouncingin and out of a case or briefcase.

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Object Management Facility (OMF), a similar protocol in Hewlett-Packard's NewWave graphical user interface. Since NewWave is basically an extension of Windows, and absence of anythinglike it in Windows hasbeen a source of annoyance to Windows softwaredeveloperL OMF differs from OLE in that OMF is handled at the operating system level, while OLE is handled at the application level. Microsoft's new OLE-related DLLs,

Your Fingertips' with more powerful capabilities to manipulate information."

Linking is already present in many Windows applications that make use of the DDE protocol, and allows data in one application to be linked to data in another so that if one changes, the other does also. With embedding, the data

"remembers" the application that generated it. For instance, clicking on an embedded chart in a word-processing document would call up the original chart data and the application that produced

the middle of 1991. Similar subroutines for 0$/2 Presentation Manager, and for Apple Macintosh System 7 (the next version of the Macintosh operating system) are also supposed to be available by the middle of 1991.Contact: Kathryn Hinsch, Microsoft, 206-8824080.

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Sharp PG4220 The PC4220is very definitelythe most attractive machine of the three reviewed here. Even before taking it out of the

soft~hell case, its lighter weightis noticeable. As soon as one picks it up, one notices the feel of a solid, durable, compact device. It is both lighter and smaller and best fits the concept of a "notebook" computer. The shell is squared and it

reallydoesappeartobeablacknotebook Upon opening the top panel the keyboard layout, power switch, display adjustments and other controls are all on

top, clearly visible. The PC'A220 uses the same 80C286 proceaior, running at 12MHz. It comes

standard with 1MB of memory, which is expandable to SMB using optional RAM cards. The display is truly a pleasure to work on. It is a triple Supertwist paperwhite backlit VGA LCD display. The resolution reaches 640 by 480 pixels. It does not emit any more light than the . other displays mentioned in this review, but the paper-white color and the seemingly higher quality of the display make

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Two things really distinguish this machine from the others: it weighs only 4 pounds, and it's only 1.4 inches thick. Like the others, it has a 20MB hard drive, serial and parallel ports as well as an expansion port. Its dimensions are 11

by 8.5 by 1.4 inches and it is powered by a NiCad battery pack A DC adapter is standard. It runs under MS-DOS 4.01.

The only real difference in componen ts is that the P~ 2 2 0 does not have a

built-in floppy drive (hence the thinness). An external 5.5-inch, 1.44MB floppy drive snaps into the expansion port in back The keyboard isa real pleasure to type on; the 79 "step~ulptiued" keyshave a soft touch and feeL The function keys are half-height across the top ofthe keyboard, and a numeric

keypad snaps onto the right side of the llnif This machine exudes quality and du-

rability. It can be held in one handwithout too much fatigue. The display is rich and cool with little strain on the eyes and the keyboard feels like velvet. It is obvious that the Sharp isby far the most attractive of the three machines

reviewed here. Since all three tend to fail within the $8500 to $4500 price range, the major influence for choice is quality and reliability. Without question, this reviewer became immediately attached to the Sharp.

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thatcauses the computer ta slow to 8MHz and blank the screen after a specified time (or not atall). This helps to conserve batterylife, as does an included software utility that turns off the hard disk after a set time. Once the disk is turned off, you onlyhave to access the diskto turn it back on. The LT comes with DOS 4.01 pre-

disk turned in a very respectable 18.5 ms seek time speed in my tests, with a data transfer rate of'614.2 KB/sec, placing it ahead of the drives found in IBM PS/2 models 50and 80 and the Compaq 886/ 20 inoverallperformance. The LT's overall manufacture seems of good quality; it doesn't look like there are any flimsypieces that could break off

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Optlonsk This is where the LT shines. If we ask again the queskian,"How will people actually kksc a portable computer?" we may conchide that they will want to have battery power for onkheroad,and AC forthe home/office base. At this base, they' ll likely want to have a fikil~ize monitor and perhaps a standard

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Just phig in an external keyboard and, as mentioned earlier, an external VGA monitor.

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The LT supports RAM shadowing, which copies the contents of the BIOS ROMs inta a RAM location for faster

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Standard parallel and serial ports are provided, too. There's even an optional internal modem available in two configikrations: 2400 baud with 4800 baud sendwnly fax or 9600 baud send~dreceive faxabilities.Just the thing for you on-the-road types. (Incidentally, the modem slot ii the only proprietary connector on the unit — the rest are all industkyetandard.) The LT does not have a standard expansion slot. In addition to the built~ 3.5 n 1.44MB floppy drive, the LT sportsan internal

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Why Your Next CompMter Might

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coined by John C, Dvorak (author of

bnuaers, The reasons PCs have several

Dvorak's PC Crash Courseand Survival

different varieties of "standard" disks

Guide, from which we presented an excerpt in theJuly'90issue of The Compueer

Paper.)

(560K, V20K, 1.2MB, 1.44MB), several video display "standards" (MDA, CGA, Hercules, EGA, VGA etc.), and similarly

DOS Ordeals

unvatandard mouse standards. Even once the initial ordeal of setting

There is no question that IBMs and compatibles are more dif6cult than the

others to set up , c onfigure and reconfigureeach time an addiaon is made to the system.

Adding a mouse, second floppy drive or video adapter is vastly more complicated on PCs than other brands, where

these operations are essentially Na-

up the system is done with, PC owners have to accept that vntually every PC program has its own way of doing things. In WordPerfeat, it's F7-N-Y to quit, in Lotus 1-2-8 it's slash©Y. In some DOS programs, it's ESC to exit, in others it' s

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applications, allowingauser tointtutively know how an application will behave. It'sahnost as if "once you' ve learned

one, you' ve learned 'em aa." This is, of course, why MS Windows is a best~lier for the PC. (You still have to remember

that ALT-P-X meansQUIT, but at least it's the same for aH Windows applications.) delivers orcase of use and consistency of commands. Unfortunately,itall+utAemands a fast 8864ased machine with RMB of RAM or more to perform at an accept-

Windowspromised

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Welcome to the Future

As you may surmise from the title, this article is primarily aimed at computer

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est or most powerful. As we shaH see, what they da offer is a good price/performance rado for "average" users.

There are,of course, always going to be userswith needs thatare better served by a different type of computer, usually because they need to run a certain piece of software that only runs on that particular "other" computer. Indeed, there

would beno Macintosh, Amiga, Atari or NeXT computers if IBM compatibility was uniformly best~iited for every person.

So many people automatically prestune that they va'I/buy an IBM compatible, that they never even look at the others. During the course of this article,

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though IBM compatibles may have ten times the amount of software of any other

type of computer, this 6gure is largely irrelevantto the average buyer, who purchases only a couple of dozen software

packages anyway. More important to the potential computer buyer is the vital question: How do you choose the right system)

Those who reguhrly read The Caiaputer Paperwill recognize the wisdom in the words "Choose your software first." This is a lot like saying, "Use the right tool for the job." Your software programs arethe tools

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The Computer Psper I Jan '91 the knight/knightette is. The magic broadsword is, of course, computer technology. Every year, software gets hungrierfor more RAM and disk space. O K, maybe thedragon analogy isa little dumb, but you do want to hold ob-

solescence at bay as long as possible, don't youP (Interestingly, when I told the Srst part of this parable to a &iend of mine, she was convinced that the "dragon" was negative emotionsbecause,

of course, if wekeep repelling there, they come back even stronger later on. But that's another story...)

The best way to avoid obsolescence is

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waters of computerdom with a toe, instead of a leap, I' ll offer some ways of hedging your bets.

Decision Time Undoubtedly, the most daunting task required of a would-be computer owner is deciding exactly what to buy. One thing's for certain, though. Once you are in a computer store, the salesperson is going to try to convince you that the products onhis or her shelves are the ones you need.

that does not direct his or her enquiries about just what those needs are. More

than anything else, that is the service that they must provide.

it will have better performance. than an

8MHz Macintosh Classic, but if you run Windows 3.0on the386SX, you' ll quickly see that the Mac's windowing environment nins muck faster. (Graphics performance iseven better on Amigas and Ataris, with their built-in graphics accelerator "blitter" chips.) Rather 'than sim-

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Fighting the Dragons of Obsolescence Imagine, if you will, that the kingdom is being terrorized by ahungry dragon

andyou are the heroic knight/knightette that has been appointed to slay it The bad-tempered beast comes into

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%'ilogy: A Language For The Logical by Stephen Smith

System Requirements: Any IBM PC Compaliblewithatleast 640Kofmemory and preferably a hard drive.

Price: C$395.00 ($50 discount if you send them your Prolog or LISP disks). Not copy protected.

Trilogy is a programming language based on mathematical logic. It contains m uch of the backtracking and logic features found in Prolog but expands them considerably. Trilogy also contains some of the procedural constnu:ts found in such as C and Pascal, and contains an integrated programWvel-

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opment system which givesyou the ability to edit, compile and run your program easily. Trilogy is very good at solving logic puzzles. For instance, consider the problem: Some spiders and some beetles are in

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spiders and beetles are (long) integers aad positive, aad satisfy the constraint

that the muaber of spider legs is a mul-

tiplee of 8 plus the number of beetle legs is a multiple of six and altogether they come to 46. If we left out the spiders ) 0 L beetles) 0, allowingnegative numbers, then we would have gotten an error that there is more than 16884 solutions.

Trilogy has considerable logic to optimize aad solve problems of this nature. For instance, to solve this problem easily

in C we might have written the following

(SEE FIG.1): This is a much larger program that aeeds to be compiled; it then solves the problem using brute force examining every possible solution. Obviously, if the problem gotany more complicated and the number of nested loops increased then it would take an extremely fast

computer indeed to solve. As an ex ercise, spreadsheet users

might try solving this problem in their favouritespreadsheet

Trilogysupportsif/then/elseand case statements found in C or PascaL There is

no loop-type structure, just recursion, however the compiler optimizes simple tail recursions into loops so that if all you

the software firstl To do that Bob needs to prioritize his family's needs. Everyone in the family agrees on wanting to print out reports, school assignments and let-

ters From there, things get a bit tricky. The kids say that "more than anything" they want games with great graphics, sound and a heavy~ty pair of joysticks. Mrs. Loblaw says Macintosh, but really wants an easy4z~e graphical user interface, a user-&iendly word processor and some (ahem) worthwhile educational software;and our &iend Bob wants Lotus 1-24 and WP 5.1. People often confuse what they want with a particular product that seems to

cut.

ln Trilogy we can solve this problem

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the two correct solutions (spiders = 2, beetles = 5 and spiders = 5, beetles = 1) along with some statistics on the time the

spouse thinks that maybe a Macintosh would be betterfor the kids, but the two kids want an Amiga and an Atan resPectively. What nowt Arethey all doomed toa nightmare of unhappy compromiser Can Bob really agord three di fferentcvmPuterer

epitomize those characteristics. Unfor-

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all spIders::L & beetles::L & spiders > 0 & beetles > 0 & 8 spIders + 6 ' beetles = 46

office.

Remember the Golden Rule? Choose

a Imx. The box contains forty+six legs.

by typing in thechery:

For the sakefoexampk, kt'spresume that Mr. Loblaw (we'll call him Bob) wants to spend around $3000fora computerforhome, so that hecan typektters, pkeya few gamesand bnnghome the ocauionaj lob Pvm work —kt's say that Bob's rune Lotus1-2-3 and WordPerfect 5.1 on 1BM PS/2 computers. To complicate the issue, however, Bob's

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Scenario ¹1: The Loblaws: A %computer Family?

intended to do was loop you don'tindju. the overhead ofrecursion. Trilogy data

types consist of integers, floating point numbers, strings, lists and then structures,unionsand arrays builtoutof these. Documentation consists of a 20&page user/reference manualand an library modules guide. The manual is quite good and very complete. But like with most languages, you have to learn the language by practiceand experi-

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Trilogy is, as Mr. Spock would say, a "fascinating" language with a lot of innovativefeatures. The package comes with an extensive library with modules

&om aa AT to one of these is moneywell-

spentin fightiag thatdragon. If the fiunily couldafford a few hundred dollars more, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend a

betterprinter, such as the wonderful Canon BJ10e Bubble Jet unit. If still more money could be spent, I

would recommend a better monitor with asmaller "dotpitch." More on thatlater...

Stay tuned while we look at another case history.

Scenario ¹R: 'Ihe Best Beler Johnny is having a littk troubk with cmthmetic and speNing at schoot The teacher suggests that perhapssome home study ie needed, and tells Mom and Dad thatJohnny really seems to likeueingtheAppklTe computer at the school.ShmddMom and Dad spring for a home computersIf so,which kinds

Recommendation Unfortunately, when Mom and Dad go looking for an Apple IIe computer just like the one at the school, they' ll probably find that none of the stores in town have any. It'sjust as well, because the IIe isavery old design that has some significant

he might want to consider an alternative

which includes but is not limited to the

spreadsheet for his home system. Microsoft Excel, Borland'sQuattro Pro and Informix's Wingz are all similar enough to 1-2-8 that a Lotus user can rapidly learn the new software. Each can all use files created by 1-2-8, and all offer sig-

Commodore VIC-20,C64and C128,Atari 400, 800, 800Xt„1200XL, 64XE and 180XEC, Apple H, II+, Ile, IIc and compatibles. As much fun as they were back mid '80s, you have my in the

nifican enhancements in various areas.

Quattro Pro is a great price, too.) Mrs. Loblaw wants a mouse and a

graphical environment. Let's get her a Microsoft serial mouse and Windows 8.0 ($180). Some people prefer the Logiteeh

The documentafion also shows how to set up Assembler and C routines to be

mouse, but I find the larger left button on the Microsoft model easier to press andmore comfortablein myhand. (Well,

Mrs. L, which one do you like?) The kids want a couple of games ($50 tended memory and hence everything ' each). and they will just love learning their history lessonswithN%erein Timeis must fit in 640K Also the programming Cannes Santiago($60). An aden sound environment, although fully functional, lacks the slickness of the newer Borland card called SoundBlasterwill addrealistic Turbo and Microsoft Quick languages. sound effects and speech to the three For programmers interested ia learngames they' ve chosen for $250. Total ing more about logic programming, software and goodies cost: $1220. That Trilogy is ideal since you can still use leaves about $1800 for the actual comsome constructs &om procedural lanputer hardware.For that amount, they can get a 16 MHz 886SX computer with guages. Trilogy is very wellauited for artificial~telligence-type applications, a 40MB hard drive, VGA color monitor where problems are expressed in terms and 9gin printer. (I'm basing these figof various constraints and in which there ures on typical prices found in a current issue of The ComputerPaper.) Why notjust are multiple possible solutions to be considered. get an AT or — shudder — a PC/XT has a few shortcomings, for instance it has no facility to use expanded or ex-

Stephen Smith Is asoftware developer In Vancouver, 224-5242.

mum of a 886SXwlass computer. The additional $800 or so it costs to move up

Let's examine the facts: The Loblaws have $8000 to spend. Let's get the software pickedand paid forfirst.Bobwants to do wordprocessing with WP 5.1 ($280) and spreadsheetswith Lotus 1-2-8 ($400). Although some people might be inclined to copy the office's software for their home, I am obliged to point out that this practise is both immoral and illegaL (Depending how adventurous Bob is,

for math, graphics, strings, pattern matching, character-based windowing, mouse support and DOS. called by Trilogy. This implementation

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memorylimitations compared with most

of today's computers(These limitations stand for any8-bitcomputer, asizableljst

early'-

standing recommendation not tobuild a system for the '90s based on an 8-bit processor. You are forewarnedl). If Mom and Dad do decide to "go

Apple,"they have three basic choices: look in the classifieds for a used Apple IIseries computer ($800400), getan Apple IIgs ($150(h$2000) or a new Macintosh LC with Apple IIe compatibility card ($8500 or so). Obviously, buying a 10 yearold used computer is &aught with peril, so I don' t recommend the'first option unless the

familycan locate a friend who is an Apple II expert that can help them make the purchase and set it up for them. The Apple IIgs option isonlymarginallymore desirable, as the IIgs is — at the prices above — underpowered and overpriced compared with other available brands, although it hasn't got limitations nearly as severe as the 8-bit systems listed above. TheIIgs, even though it featuresgood graphics and sound capabilities, suffers &om what I call the "lowest common denominator" problem, which occurs in varying degrees with all computers. Because the Ilgs is compatible with earlier Apple H software that did not utilize its enhanced graphics aad sound, much of the software that nms on the IIgs doesn' t

The Computer Paper /Jan'Ss take advantage of its features. Indeed, as

SteveJobs once said "standards are the enemy of innovation." However, the IIgs is much faster and newer than the IIe, and with the right software, can more&an-adequatelymeet Johnny's present needs, It is likely, however, that in a few years, thatJohnny will want a different type of computer, be-

cause Apple IIseries computers arewhether Apple II enthusiasts like it or not — near the end of their evohitionary

lifecycle.Software and hardware development for them has ail but slowed to a

trickle, and most schools are upgrading to either Macintosh or IBMwompatible computers.

So, assuining thatJane's system includes at least a low~ d o ge P ostScript laser printer (I'il pick the highlyrated +MS PS410, although several other models are in the $2000 price range), she only has $2000-8000 leR to buy acomputer, hard disk and so~ . A lthough she c ould t a k e h e r boy&iend's suggestion, it would not be my choice, unless her other primary use

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of the computer was to create video titles,

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suited for output to VCRs and other video recording equipment. In short, the Amiga makes a damn 6ne cup of TV, but is out of our price range for DTP.

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additional Tools Ee Utilities Corel Draw has always ofiered excellentvalue for your money through the additional tools provided with the program itself.Again this hasbeen improved. Draw now includes a better organized and enhanced cli~ co l l ection containing over 750 drawings in 14 categorieL It also boasts more than 8,000 symbols in 86 categories — a libraxy you can enhance with your own symbols. Additionalutilitiesincluch; CorelTrace to automatically convertscanned images to Corel Draw outline format.

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graphical telecommunications service previously only available to Macintosh userL ArssrxcaOnline is one of the few online services to offer news, electronic mail, and access to software libraries and various information services with a graphical user interface similar to other PC/GEOS (or Macintosh) applicationL Interestingly, the Arnbrics Orblirxsbrochure describes the induded telecom software ass"pre-release version" (when I exaxnined the included Arrbsrirxb Orblirbs

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Setup installs the various components of thenonwopygrotectedprogramonto your harddrive. Setup isagreatexample of dummy-proof programming, indicating the percentage of the operation that is complete, how to cancel the operation and what is being pexformed. Once the GeoWorks installation is complete, the program prompts you through the final stages of the setup procedure, whexe mouse and video card choices are made. PC/GROS was smart enough to figure out that I had a VGA card installed in the 886SX that I performed these tests on, and defaulted to it After stepping through a few other screensforchoosingandtestingaprinter, the installation was complete. When PC/GEOS startsup for the first time, it prompts you to type in the serial number from the inside front cover of the manual. Presumably to register each unique copy for customer support and software update purposes, this is a vast improvement overthe heavilycopy-protected 64C version of PC/GEOS.

Look and Feel PC/GEOS has aclearly superior user intexface over Microsoft Windows S.O. It's also faster, better4ooking, and re-

quires much less RAM and disk space, More importantly, it's smarter. As an example, look at the way that Windows unnecessarily alarms you with the mes. sage "Are you sure that you want to format the disk in drive A:?" in the dialog before youare given one last chance to stop theformat operation.ARer you've answered, "Yes, I'm sure," Windows pes-

ters you with the equivalent of,"...are you really, really sure?" Bycomparison, PC/GEOSuses subtle audio cues to alert you when an error occurs (such as trying to look at the directory of an unformatted disk), and allows you to choose the capacity of the disk to be formatted. Where Windows onlyshowsahighAensitycheck~x, and therefore supposedlyimplieslowdensity when it is unchecked, PC/GROS does what a user interface xhorbkfdo, and that is to make things dearer. Right there in the dialog, you choose Rom explicit entries: "l. (Requires High Density Diskette)" or "720K (Low Density)." This is just the kind of information that might save a lot of hairpulling by caned users. There areplenty ofother examples of smart thinking, such as PC/GEOS' Mcharacter file-name length (unlike the DOS- or Windowsanposed 8plusdiree character limit); or the fact that PC/ GEOS actually uses both of the buttons

on your Microsoft mouse (the right button is used for selecting files for moving or copying). Plenty of smart shortcuts are available, too, such as holding down the CTRL key to do a COPY instead of a MOVE. Like Windows, PC/GEOS allows you to change the size of windows by grabbing anywhere along any perimeter. Gxabbing anycorner allows you to reshape the aspect ratio of the window. A dot in the upper right corner allows a window to be shrunk to an icon along the bottom of the screen (an operation atso available viaALT-F9,much like Windows' Minimize function). At the top of each window is an icon of a push pin, which "tears ofi the menu, allowing you to position it anywhere on the screen.

Menus can be invoked the same way they are in MS Windows (e.g., ALT-F drops down the File menu), and menus may have hierarchical subgenus that pop out of the side when the user moves the pointerover any arrowat the edge of the menu. Good user interface design is evident here, with such standard Sare as

the ellipsis (...) shown on those menu selections that bring up a further "continue or cancel" dialog box. The scroll bars at the window edges, too,arewellAesigned,growing inlength when there is less "hidden window area." Although Digital Research's GEM has long featured this dever visual cue, the

systemsoRwareengineers atMicrosoft's Windows and Apple's Macintosh divisions could leaxn a few things here. An interestinginnovation in the "look and feel" of the PC/GEOS dialog boxes is the way that the mouse pointer turns into a "don't do this" circleend-bar symbol when you move it outside the correct area. Also, the default button (e.g.,OK or CANCEL) is highlighted as a visual cue for those who prefer to pressENTER to make a selection. The user interface sports a bevelled 5D look that, according to GeoWorks, is

The Computer Paper I Jan '91 "certified compliant with OSF/Motif, an industry standard interface developed

by the Open Software Foundation of Cambridge, Massachussetts." To those who don'tknow or care what that means,

it means a resemblance in appearance to various highend UNIX-based workstations (all in all, not a bad thing to resemble). It reminds me of a blend of Windows 3.0 aiid NeXTStep.

The PC/GEOS "welcome screen" feanires three large graphical icons, labelled Appliances(GeoSpeakfor what Macusers call Desk Accessories), Professional, and DOS programs. Clicking on the first reveals a calculator, notepad, planner, banner printer and RoloDex~e index system called GeoDex. Oh, yes, and the obligatory Solitaire game. In the PC/GEOS Quick Start manual, it calls these appliances "the eqttivalent of the toaster sitting in your

kitchensmall, simple, basic." Clicking on Professional for the first time brings up the prompt, "You' re about t o

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dentally, this dialog is seen only the first time you run the prograln. Nice touch.) The DOS opfion brings you face to face with the ubiquitous C> prompt. It also allows you to assign various icons to your DOS programs &om a selection of

images induded with PC/GEOS. The Button Settings option also allows a paraineter to be passed to the application, either by asking for options each time (useful for filenames, for example), or

by specifying options to be unconditionally specifiecL Batch files mayalso be createdandeditedin PC/GROS' &iendly graphical environlnent.

Online Help Additional icons for HELP and EXIT are found in the top cornersof the screen. Choosing HELP gives a concise description of the various functions. I really

can't imagine anyone having any difficulties here. This is the very picture of smooth sailing.

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Only the most timid users are not

going to bypass the appliance mode and enter the "Professional Workspace" called GeoManager. In this area, icons represent the various programs, much like the displayof the Macintosh's Finder

or Windows' Program Manager. However, unlike Windows, which uses a separate File Manager appfiication to manage files, PC/GEOS' GeoManager also allows disks to be formatted and copied, directories to be created, and

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In GeoManager, applications and their document file s can be viewed as icons, names, or names and details. Because

PC/GEO Sisamultitaskingenvironment,

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The VAR will install and set up a system that best meets his needs. Sure, he

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correctly recognized the following characters (it had). Caere Corp., makers of Typist, daim a 99.8% average accuracyrate,and this test more or less substantiates that claim.

This is dose to the 99.V% accuracy level of their earlier OmniPage OCRsoftware for fl atbed scanners under similar conditions. U n l ik e T y p ist, t h o ugh, OmniPage is a separate program that must be run to perform the OCR task The Typist's convenience of not having to exit your word processor is immense. The potential benefits are obvi-

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for "format"; "time" for "time" and

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ample, we saw a tilde character (-) repeated several times throughout. This

means that the OCR program could not identify the correct character, and inserted a tilde rather than make a bad

guess. AIN told, our second example had 12 recognition errors out of 156 words, or about 92% OCR accuracy. As you can see, the better-than 99% average mentioned earlier represents ideal conditions. In realmorld applications, especially with unusual fonts, results will vary

widely.

Smart Software Interestingly, Typist is smart enough to "splice together" horizontal passes of the scanner to allow full Netter~ p a g es

to be recognized. Even better, if a segment of text in t his "overlap area" is

deleted during your editing process, Typist does not re-insertit Amazingly, you can scan &om left<oright, right~eft, or g and the program flguresout which way isup, and interprets the text correctly. This is

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Image Scanning Typist can also function as a graphics s canner, although its pictur~ a n n i n g capabilities are somewhat rudimentary. (As far as I can tell, the manual doesn' t even mention the unit's dots-per~eh

speciflcation.) Mostscanners thesedays indude what

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does not, instead oifering only bilevel (black and white) scanning with a choice of three dithered dotes . This type of simulated halftone produces acceptable results only if you don't resize or otherwise distort the resulting image. Luckily, it is possible with several programs (running on either PCs or Macintoshes) to create true gray scales &om a dithered scan where none existed. Here's how:

1) You will require a program that can load a bit~ p a n d convert it to gray scales. On the PC,Pictsrre Publisher &om Astral Developments, Gray E/X from Xerox Imaging Systems, andImrrgKdit &om IBM's applications Software Division are dedicated gray~ale editors, while Image-In &om Image-In Inc. includesgrayecale editingfunctions aspart

of an all-purpose scanner package, and PC Paintbncsk 1V Ptrss &omZSoft incorporates them in a standard paint pro-,

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Adobe PkotoShop. 2) Load in the dithered" image. Convertthe image to gray scale. Some programswill ask you to enter the

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resolution from 400 dpi to 66 dpi? Once the image has been converted to gray

scale, you can alter the brightness, contrast, size and a myriad of other aspects of the image. Particularly effective is a process called error di8usion that converts a grayscale picture back into a bilevel image, but with complex dot pat-

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halftone" ), that print much better on low-resolution output devices like laser

printerL (This trick works with other bilevel scanners, too, including units designed for Amiga and Atari computers.) Around the ofNice, we refer to Typist as "Darth Vader's Remington," but it is

really more like a text vacuum. If I want to keep a piece of information I have read, I Hoover it into a file on my computer with Typist, and I can later let the computer do the searching. After all, that's what computers are for, isn't it?

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Stunt Driver by JohnMcCorsnsch

Product: Stunt Driver, game for IBMPC and compatibles

Publisher: Spectrum Holobyte, 2061 Challenger Drive, Alameda, CA 94501, 415-522-3584.

System Requirements: PG-compatible with one Soppy drive and 640 Mlo-

bytes of memory. Price: USS4S.95

Rating: 4 (on a scale 1 lowest to 4=highest)

Summary: Terrific musclecar race and stunt-driving simulation that pushes the

envelope of driving games.

I don't have much time toreviewgames bl lt I take a look at everything that comes

into the office for review before I assign them to other testers, either my wife or the ultimate tester, the nine-yearmldwho lives next door. As usual I expected to spend more time loading Snmt Driver into the com-

puter than I would playing it, but after a Few minutes playing around with it I discovered that three hours had passed in the real world, This is the ultimate accolade I can pay

to any game and is the same way I choose science fiction novels if they are so absorbing that I lose track of time, then they have ful6lled their purpose. If they also teach or expand a user's horizons then so much the better, but if a novel or a game is entertaining enough to make me forget what time it is, that is certainly all I feel I can ask of the author. ln Snmt Drivel you get to try your

hand at driving a 1966 Shelby Mustang both on a training track and on various stunt tracks, both solo and against up to

three opponents who range from a little old lady in a VW to a pol~laying yuppie in a Porsche and an IROC-Z driving punk. You can also play against a human opponent on another computer. Itis always difficult to translate car and

airplane controls to the keyboard, joystick, or mouse; at least the results are

always unsatisfying for those who have flown planes, driven race cars, piloted racingyachts, and so forth. Butgiven the restrictions imposed by a computer's available controls, Stunt Driver is quite easy to drive, at least at very low speeds. Youget anautomadc to start out with, but if you are up to the hanMye coordination needed you can switch to a four-

speed stick. Sounds (which can be shut off) are very realistic even with the small speaker in my IBM PS/2 and should be spectacularwithan optionalAdLibsound card.

be easy to address by making the diagrams a bit simpler so a standard VGA

display would be clear enough to differentiate betweenvariouschartpieces. The resolution problem doesn't apply to actual game play, just the password protection.

The game is very interesting and I found it absolutely engrossing, so please read the following suggestions/complaints in the light of my overall strong liking for this game. Something I would really hke to see added to games of this sort is an indica-

tor that would light up to show when you are starting to push the envelope'rather than just let you crash and burn when you go into a corner a bit too fast. This might seem a bit wimpish but would actually just be a substitute for those environmental feedback signaLs that let a driver know his or her machine is about to break loose and go sliding into the walL I can't think of any other way a computergame could provide such feedback highyerformance level. I must admit that, despite having a lot of fun with it, I didn *t do very well at Stunt Driver„despite the fact that I have

been a pit crew member of an SCCA (Sports Club of America) racing team, owned a sports car garage, and still collect, drive, and generally play with very high~rformance cars quite similar to the one heing used in Stunt Driver.

The problem with ALLgames like this is that there is no way for the software to

provide a real "feel" for the condition of the road which is necessary for any race car driver. I would really like to try some game like Stunt Driver that included a green-

yellow- red indicator of some sort which would provide somewarning that the c:ar was about to go out of control. Such a

system might not replace the actual feeling you get when the steering starts to go a bit mushy, but it might, and I would like to fmd out. Certainly users should be able to turn such a feature off if they didn't like it. I would also like to see a way to tune a car for understeer and oversteer, a vital adjustment in real vehicles. There are a lot of adjustments you can make both to

your car and opponents' vehicles, so this i s a minor complaint from an oldi e driver and tinkerer and perhaps it is in there and I just missed it. But thosearejustmy suggestionsfora "perfect" game, something which game producers like Spectrum Holobyte are coming doser to every day. I still highly recommend thisgame for anyone who likes this sort of arcade game; it is a lot of

fun, even when you crash. Once you have mastered simply keeping the vehide on an oval track (not all thateasyifyouwsnt to reach qualifying speeds),you can move on to "real"stunt drivingon trackswithjumpsandinver ted loops. You can also design your own stmt track whenyou get bored with the options supplied with the game. The normal view is through the

tifying pieces of snmt tracks «s pictured

windshield, the view that lets you watch

in the manual and, although I don' t object to tlus sort of owner verification, I

the gauges, but you can look out any window, choose to drive from the view of a hdicopter followingyou down the track, or even attempt driving f'rom the changing viewpoints supplied by track cameras placed at strategic positions around the tracks.

Thisisaminoreom laint,oneitwould

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AVAILABILITY : 4. Spe c t r um H olobyte games arepapular and easy to fmd in computer stores, or order by mail

PERFORMANCF. 4. This is a terrific game. USEFULNIr'iS: 4. I am giving it a high rating because it is a lot of fun. Stunt Driver mayeven prove to be the way I ease my wife into driving musde cars before trusting my toys to her on the

that is essential to actual driving at any

Stunt Driver will nm from a single floppy system, something which always wins my praise, but isn't copy protected so it will end up on many players' hard disks. One note here: the 256color VGA version won't run from a Soppy simply because of its size. The now~ommon method of protectsng the game's copyright involves iden-

wasn't pleased to find that even with the manual I sometimes failed to correctly identify the proper choice and had to try again to enter the game.

highway,but Iam not certain how transferable the driving skills will be. %LQRMc 4. Documentation that is not onlydear and informative,butinterc;sting enough that many users will actually read it. Of course I played the game forhours before reading a word, but once I did look at the manual I read

A simulated VCR that automaticaily

records your race and lets you play it backto see aspectacularjump (or crash) is a nice addition that I really like. Despite my minor complaints and sulgestions, lreallyhke Stunt Driver and mayhave to hide itwhen itcomes time to 6nish up my next book. While it is still nice outside I im playing with real cars, but I have a feehng that Stunt Driver will get a lot of computer time once the snow starts flying.

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Now that the Goods and Services Tax is a reality, many shall businesses have had an opportunity to lick their wounds.and count the casualties. ln this report we will take a look at some of the costs incurred by small businesses in implementing the GST, as well as ways to recover some o f those lost dollars.

The Soft Costs The hidden cost of this whole GST affair for the small business owner was the amount of time spent sifting through all of the GST paraphenalia accumulated over the course of 1990- not to mention the cost of employing additional hours of an accounting firm to translate the data. Many of you will have even spent time re-evaluating your existing computerized accounting system. Aside from accounting, these "soft costs" can be given very little intrinsic value. However, time means money, and the educational and research costs alone have been expensive.

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For anyone that turned to a computerized system to handle the GST, the hard costs are obvious - hardware, software, training, the learning curve, data entry time, and other sundry expenses. Those of you lucky enough to already have been computerized the sting is not nearly as bad - unless of course your accounting system was custom made.

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One industry hit hard by the GST crunch is softwaredevelopers. Samco Software Inc., a local developer of accounting solutions for DOS, Novell, Unix/Xenix, and VAX operating environments, calculates they will have spent over 348 man hours in specling, re-programming, testing, and documenting GST changes. Not to mention the cost of preparing, packaging, and shipping updates to its clients across Canada. They estimate a net cost of close to $50,000 once the dust settles.

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Write It Off Unfortunately for Samco, very little of the $50,000 can be reclaimed through government incentives, however, there are a few areas where small businesses can. Aside from the 50% the first year, 50% the 2nd year standard write off for most software applications, up until December 1992, businesses that purchase cash registers, and certain types ofcomputer equipmentdirectly related to Point of Sale (POS), or inventory control systems will benefit

from a capital cost allowance rate of 100% of the equipment cost. As well, equipment that was purchased after December 1989 for the same purpose is considered FST exempt providing that you can provide an appropriate end-use certificate. The third and final cost recovery tool being offered by Revenue Canada is a one time credit which must be claimed by the first full fiscal quarter of 1991. This credit is designed to help defray some of the costs incurred to implement the GST. Businesses can claim between $300 to $1,000 depending on sales volumes for any given quarter between January 1989 and April 1991, and the net amount of ANOVATION DECEMBER 1990

taxableand zero rated supplies purchased duringthe same period. To many this is very small pickings relative to the actual costs incurred. But its better than nothing at all.

Computerizing Now For mostsmall businesses, now is as good a time as any to look at computerizing. A n automated accounting or bookkeeping system can save countless man hours calculating your GST remittance. Businesses that rely heavily on an inventory of real products will benefit from what is referred to as a perpetual inventory. In a nutshell, perpetual inventory allows you to monitor the status of goods in stock without having to do a periodic or physical inventory count. The benefit of this, aside from being an excellent financial management tool and more cost effective, is that you can claim your tax credits back quicker, thus improving cash flow. Service industries also benefit greatly by computers. As with retailers and wholesalers, the service sec-

If you have still got some undecided issues within your organization about the GST, we have provided a checklist (see Figure 1) for you to approach a qualified professional with. As you may notbe reportinguntil January 31, 1991, March 30, 1991, or December 31, 1991, there is still time END to tie up those loose ends

Wewould like to thank the people at Samco Software for their invaluable contribution to this article.

GST CHECKLIST V Take advantage of 100% yearly CCA for Point of Sale or Inventory Control

V Co mpute input tax credit for all purchases. V Store supporting documents for 6 years for tax credit audit. Handle zero-ratedGoods tkServices. V' Handle tax exempt Goods IkServIces.

V' Handle taxableGoods & Services. Finance cash flow (if disadvantaged

by GST). V' Continue to offer cash discounts. V File monthly, quarterly or annual returns. V Ha ndle long term contracts overlapping 1990/91. Apply for transitional one time credit. V Tr ack bad debts for GST tax credit.

FlGURE1. Make sure you'vecovered alltheG.S.T.bases.

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BJ-330, a Roland Raven 2417, and a Fujitsu DL3450. By the time the 2417 and DL3450 had barely a third of the print job completed, the 330 was already loaded and waiting to print again. Side by side the 330 not only outperformed speed wise but the crispness and accuracy of the combined text and graphics was no match for its counterparts. Other features which make the 300 and 330 so attractive include quick and easy paper handling, compatibility with existing software, support for plain paper, fanfold, envelopes, and transparencies, and a wealth of upgrade options to personalize the printer to your specific needs. "The 300 and 330 Bubble Jet printers, put quite simply, are in my opinion the best desktop printers money can buy." states Todd Drahoff, Manager of ANO's Corporate Systems Group, "The needs of business users, and that includes the health care profession, and engineers, have long been ignored. These two entries wiU now prove who' s truly the King of the Printer Jungle."

Strong words backed by tToo premiere printers! ENO

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Note: C:N DOS can be replaced with the directory where your DOS programs reside. LPTx is equal to the next available printer port (usually LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, or LPT4), and COMx is the serial port which the printer will be attached to

( usually C O M1, C O M2, C O M3, o r COM4). Be sure that these commands preempt any menu system commands or commands which call up a batch file. If this is not done, chances are that the MODE commands will never get executed. Should you have any questions for Tech Talk, please feel free to send them to:

ATTENTION: TECH TALK c/o ANO Office Automation 110 - 11100 Voyageur Way

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A ST Research was founded 10 years ago by three university students, determined to extend the life span of personal computers, while adding connectivity. Such products as the Sixpak

Lotus at lighting speeds, dazzle your

dBase,make your Excel excite you, and give pure power to Paradox. All in all this new offering from AST will take any punch your software has to

pull.

Plus, RamPage memory board,3270 emulator boards, and the CUPID-32 line personal computers, reinforced this commitment. Now, 10 years later, AST has discovered a new way to provide more power to the people- the Bravo i486/25 businesscomputer. What sets the Bravo i486/25 apart from the rest of the AST line is a completely integrated system board. By building the processor, memory, Super VGA video (800x600),mouse port, serial ports, and a printer port right onto one board, and reducing the

number of pal chips required to operate the system, AST is capable of offering the system at a very attractive

price - how does under $5,000 grab ya?

BUILT TO PERFORM At the heart of the Bravo i486/25 isa25MHz, i486 microprocessor with an integrated8Kb of cache memory and an 80387-compatiblemath coprocessor. These integrated features enhance the system's performance, making theBravo i486/25 nearly hvo times faster than a 33MHz 386 computer. Not only is the Bravo faster than an engineering workstation, it gives you more expansion and storage capabilities as well - without the hefty

SLEAK DESIGN AST moved a few things around, and tucked in some skin to make the Bravo i486/25 a truly desktop personal computer. W i t h a footprint that takes up 25% lessdesk space than a comparable Compaq Deskpro 485/25, you' ll have more room to move. As well, you won't have to reach behind your computer every morn0 i n g to find the power switch, they' ve placed in front. A reset switch, which workstationprice, The Bravo 486 maximizes wear and tear on your doesn't lock you into a proprietary system is up front too - of course it' s software solution either, so you can recessed to prevent any accidental run the thousands of software proresets.

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grams available for MS-DOS as well as take advantage of the technical, scientific, and custom applications running under UNIX and other workstations from Sun, Data General, and HP/Apollo.

YOU NAME IT For some time now, financial and business users have been relegated to slower 286 and 386 systems just because they didn't build buildings, reroute rivers, or map maps. Well now thereisno excuse not to have the same computing power as an engineer. The Bravoi486/25 willrun your

AVAILABLE NOW Anyone can blow their horns about a new computer, but few deliver when promised. AST and ANO can deliver this new product nowright when you need it. Available at allANO locations across Canada, and backed by ANO's AST Authorized Service personnel, so you' re guaranteed top notch service and support. AST's Bravo i486/25 â&#x20AC;&#x201D;A 486 For All Reasons.

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In the bubble jet printing system, characters and graphics are printed by firing ink drops at the paper from thin nozzles. When the ink in thin nozzles is rapidly heated, it produces bubbles that quickly expand and producesinkejections.Heatis generated by applying power to the heating elements which are built into the nozzles. Each pulse serves a two-fold purpose.

(1) First, when the pulse is applied, heat is generatedand vaporizes neighbouring ink almost instantly. The bubblewhich resultsgenerates a pressurewave which ejectsan ink drop from the nozzle. (2) Second, negative pressure is produced as the bubble contracts after the pulse ends. This draws freshinkinto the nozzle. An important feature of this printing system is the simple construction of individual nozzles. This construction has the following advantages in addition to reducing manufacturing costs.

It achieves high durability and enables to reduce the size of the print mechanism. (2) It attows the nozztes to be much denser, and thus makes it possible to achieve higher print quality. It achieves non-impact quiet operation. What this means is that theprinter can be used in a far wider range of applications that is possible with other printers.

The sales staff at Mantec Systems I nc. used to have a problem. W i t h several salespeople on staff, and some working on the same accounts, it was impossible to keep track of where potential buyers of their software product stood in the sales cycle. "We didn't have a good followup system. We had no idea who said what to anyone." The result, says sales manager Gerald Chudyk, was lost

sales. Being in the software business

himself, Chudyk had a pretty good grasp of themarketplace when he went

shopping for a contact management program to keep better track of clients. He chose The Maximizer. One of Chudyk's key criteria was flexibility. He has since tailored Maximizer to fit his business needs exactly. "Now I couldn't survive without it,"

he says. At Mantec's Richmond, B.C. office, Maximizer contains a list of some 200 contacts, Chudyk has created his own screen within the program to display at a glance, all the information about a given contact that's important to him, including the next contact date, and the status of the account. Their dient list is an impressive one, induding the likes of Rolls Royce

and IBM. Customers pay $15,000 and up for Mantec's maintenance manageCanon's unique Bubble lel print system.

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ment software, so it's important to keep close track of them. Chudyk makes constant use of Maximizer's description f eature, which allows you to describe your contacts in literally billions of ways. As an example, he could call up a list containing all those companies that are in the auto industry, have sales of more than $100million, were contacted twice in the past six months, and have indicated an interest in their product. A simpler example would be a list of all companies that require follow-up within a week. Other information which can be stored includes currentaddress, phone numbers, industry type, income level, personal interests, co-workers, residence, birthday, anniversary, number of children, hair colour, favourite author... Maximizer allows you to go into as much or little depth as you want. "I' ve been telling anyone who is trying to keep track of a large group of clients or contacts to use it," said Chudyk. "It's fle xible enoug to tailor to exactly what you' re doing." The Maximizer, a product of Richmond Technologies and Software, is sold at all ANO locations across Canada. For more information, call the office nearest you. sun .

or a e etwor in . o anyone who believes that all big-capability P C networks d emand b i g bucks, big hassles and big RAM, we offer the LANtastic Network Operating System. You see, only LANtastic

NOS gives you a long list of powerful features at a price even the smallest installation can afford. So you can link as

few as two PCs, and grow to hundreds of PCs — without sacrificing capabilities or speed. And only LANtastic uses the smallest RAM of any LAN. So you can run all your pro-

grams without springing for the high cost of memory upgrades. And only LANtastic NOS can be run on four different

h ardware platforms - w i t h LANtastic 2Mbps adapters or LANtastic Ethernet adapters, as well as in a serial/parallel/ modem version, or in a version that runs on selected third part adapter cards. No wonder LANtastic has received so much industry recognition.

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NOTE: Installahon, cabling, training, and setup costsvary from installation to installation. A basic rule of thumb for calculaiing your costs would be $480.00 for the base 2 PC installation and $90.00 per additional station. An optional on-site Network Security Support Program is available through all ANO locations. Ask your dealer for details. All pricing F.O.B. Vancouver and is subject to change without notice. Prices may vary from location to loca hon.

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With the 199(ys being hailed as the decade of the PC network, ANO has formed the network Information Systems Group (NISG). Headed by Carmine Di Marco, this group of professionals will be responsible for the implementation and support of Local and Wide Area N~orks, as well as PC to mainframe/ mini communications. As well, they will be testing and evaluating new networking products, to ensure total compatibility. Currently, the NISG handles networks operating under Novell, Banyan Vines, and LANtastic. END

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And we have the people — ready, willing and able to help you with expert advice on any networking project. To make the right connection with any

of our 17 locations across Canada, just check the Yellow Pages under "Wire".

Amp, Northern Telecorn, Nevada Western,Belden and many mof' e, We have the inventory control system — an on-line, real-time business inforrnation system which assures that your

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Introduction Southex welcomes visitors to the 1991 Pacific Rim Computer 8 Communications Show.

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UNIX Showcase Unix vendors listed for your convenience.

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%'elcome to the 1991 Pacific Rim C Communication Show. Southex Exhibitions is proud once again to bring you the state of the art in computers and communication. Feast your eyes on the latest in technology to

solveallyourbusinessneeds.

What's ileII The state-of-the-art products on display at this year's show.

Exhilsitor Listings Brief descriptions of this year's vendors. Compiled by John Oliver.

Mac Illetworidng Networking for the Mac need not be a headache By Richard A. Sparfcs.

The GST is on everyone's mind now that it has been passed into law. Look amund the show fora number of vendors selling accounting solutions to help deal with this complex new tax. Networking continues to be a rapid gtowth area of the computer industry. todotheiraccounting, are increasingly integmting computers into other areas of their business. Networkshelp tocombine the power of individualcomputersintoa whole that is greater than the parts. Multi-media is another hot topic this year. Computer vendors are bringing together compute+, sound and full-motion video to create powerful impact messages for education, entertainment and marketing. This year, we draw special attention to the Unix Showcase. Unix is an operating system that isgrowing in leaps and bounds because of its benefits in thearieasofmultitasldngandmultiusercomputing. Unixis theoperatingsystem of choice for many of today's powedul workstations. Again this year we would like to thank the Canadian Information Processing Society for its support in sponsomtg the show. It is again putting on a number of timely and informative seminars on various aspects of computing. See the back page for a listing of the seminars. Finally, we would Mce to thank show and fadlity staff as well as our OSicial

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Maryenn Scheldars Show Manager

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Local Area lletworlclni Lantastic oflers an inexpensive alternative to Novell and 3Com. By Robert Loewen.

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The 7th Annual PacIAcRim Computer h Communicagon Show Is pnxluced and managed by Southex Exhibhhns, 4285 Canada Way, Bumaby, B.C. VSG 6E7. Show Manager Is Maryenn Scheldars. The Pacigc Rim Computer h Communicathns Show Guide Is publishedas a supplement to the January 1991 Issue ofThe Computer Paper, ~1 We st 4th Ave., Vancouver, B.C. VSR 1P2. Copyright 1991. All rights reserved. No part of this pubhcatlon may be reproduced without written permission from the pubhsher. Second class malhng registration number 7718. Inliormatlon prcNtded In the exhibitor hstlngs was prevkhd by the srdilbltor companies. Printed by Transcontinental West Print1ng Ltd.

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Among the more exdting produas being shawn at this year's show is Ihe group telecanferencing software (GTCS) developed by Bell Northern Research in Ottawa. This software ties any number of personal computers together over telephone lines, andallowsthe userstoshareandamendany text ar graphics files, to scan in fu!I-color stills,ortoinput fmmavideacameiaorVCR. This product will be demonstrated by Interactive Technologies Inc. of Vancouver, which has obtained exclusive distribution rightsfar B.C.,Washington and Oregon,and has rights to distribute elsewhere as weII. Heading up Interactive is George Wootton, former president of Douglas College in New Westminster, B,C. 'the GTCS software won fust prize for "Most SigniTicant Advance in Audiagraphic or Computer Conferencing at the prestigious Telecon IX Conference in San Jose,

Among the Alberta-based companies at the Shaw isComsoft,which will be showing its Abacus acmunting software. Comsoft, saysspokesman MarshallKushnuruk, was flrston themarketwith a package thatcould handletheGST. Its productwasavailablelast summer, long in advance of GST implementation. ComsoftisheadquarteredinEdmonton. In

B.C., call (604) 6NHH33.

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geting the corporate market Its computers will be marketed against high~d U.S. machines, but are more reasonably priced, accordingto company spokesman Rob Titerle. Thelineshouldbeofinteresttosmall business, too, hesaid, i those who don't have themoney fora Compaq or even an AST." Q by Javell has a full line of machines, induding a slirnline 286, 386-SX, 386 and 486. The 386-SXslimline mmes with 2MBof main memory (expandable to 32MB), 64K RAM cache, built-in 1024by 768 VGA(with Canadian-builtAIIchipset),and1.2and1.44

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Ihese computers come with a twa-year limited warranty on parts and labor. 'Ihe company welmmes enquiries from dealeis throughout B.C. Contact (604) 6857003.

California in October of 1989.

Ihisgioup teleconferenangsoftwarewas used at the World Ecanomic Summit in Toronto in 1988. Each of the leaders had the software available on the desk, and was connected ta stalF in ather rooms, for immediate communication as the pfagi'essecl. None ofthesevenprindpalsattheSummit wasavailable forcommenton the praductat press time. Contact: (604) 682-2034.

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high~d systems,with an offshore price tag. Micro Supply (Canada) opens its doors in January, and welmmes dealers, initially in B.C.and thenaaossCanada. Themmpany's headquarters is Richmond, B.C. At its booth, Micro Supply will be demonstrating a voice-activated card that understands DOS commands, as well as a laser arcnet card. Contact: (604) 273-9119.

GST: The Tmmmn Cometh

Qby Javell is a new Vancouver-basedline of miaommputers that makes its debut at the 1991Paafic Rim C Communications Show. Featuring an award-winning matherbaard design by the Motherboard

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Oops! Ever been on yaur way to an important meeting, only to find you' ve left your business cards at the oSce orat home? What to do? Go back and be late, or smile profusely asyouexplainwhyyou dan'thave a cafcP Whether or not this has ever happened to you,there'sanewpnxluctonthemarketthat can remedythis and many sirnilarscenarios. It's called Card Express, and it's a vending machine that praduces instant business cards, invitations, "get well" wishes, Ihank you's, notices and so on. And it's being demonstrated at the 1991 PacRim show by Vancouver4aed Vend-U-

Yes, Canada! There Isa GFP. For those businesses wishing to have a Iitfle light shed on accounting solutions for the GST, a visit to the World Trade 5 Convention Centre in mid-January might well be in order. A number of software companiesand vendorsoIFering accounting packages with GST modules will be at the 1991 Padfic Rim Computer 8'r Communications Show. Among the mmpanies that would be happy ta talk to you about GST acmunting solutions ar e A d v anced B u siness Microsystems, Camsoft, Great Plains Software and PowerSoft Systems.

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Card Expressisa product that daims tobe customer-friendly. All you do is deposit your money, and follow instructions to aeate your own language, card size, layout and typeface. With touchscreen technology,you can program your selection in minutes. IanguagesindudeEnglish,French, German, Italian and Spanish. The machine even provides you with a receipt. Card Express is manufactured by Interpro Iab Inc. of Montreal. Vend-U-Print has disIributionrights for .C.and partofthe Pacific Northwest Contact. (604) 657-7556.

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(Canada) M. The company is introdudng a new lineof U.S.-m ade 286,386 and 486 systems, and will also spedalize in network servers and modems.

3Com CanadaInc.hasannounced availability of its new LinkBuilder ™" manageable hub pnxluct line. The LinkBuilder products provide customers with a flexible tool to buildsystemsolutionsspanning thenetwork from the desktop to the Wide Area Network (WAN). 'Ihe linkBuilder family of products expands 3Com's connectivity offerings to include manageable hubs and fiber optic solutions. Based on SynOptics' IattisNet ~ System 3000 architecture, linkBuilder is available from 3Com's worldwide network of 8KOW GUKIEPRODUCED Bv THE CaArPVTHT PAPW

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resellers and distributors in a variety of configurations, with the base unit starting at US$1,995. 3Com's LinkBuilder product line

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• A number of exhibitors at the show will be holding free draws at keir booths for a variety of products and services. Among the list are VMS Vancouver Micro Support, Syspro/Group West, Strachan Computers, and Vision Presentations. It's certain there will be others, so come with your business cards and keep your eyes openl

eSupply' Services Canadawill be dem-

onstrating its "Open Bidding Concept," part

of the Procurement Oppottunities Board. Visitorswillbeable toviewbidoppoitunities at the moment they arise. This would be of interest to businesses seeking to fill govem-

Great P]aha Announces Payroll, GST Update Great Plains Accounting Series has been upgradedtoversion5.4todealwiththeGST. They also have added a new Canadian Payroll module that integrateswith theother modules of their accounting series. Priced at US$795. the program will be available immediately for MS-DOS and Macintosh environments. A Unix version is to follow. For more information contact Great Plains tollfree at 1-800456-0025.

Double Your Hard D&re

VTech Laser has announced a competitivelypriced286computeraimedatthesame market targeted by IBM with its PS/1 computer, the home market. The Pal286 is a 12 twoMHz,40Mbh year warranty and two expansion slots.A similarly configured machine from IBM couldcostuptothree hundreddollars more, come configured with only a 30 megabyte hard drive and lack theexpansion slots. The Pal286 comes with GeoWorks Ensemble, a new graphical user interfmce which is winningravereviewsinthecomputerpress. (See January 1991 edition of Tbe ComputerPaper for a review.)'Ihis computer is on display at the Strachan Computer booth They wim be givingoneawayattheendoftheshow. Drop by their booth and enter their draw. (604)

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@MS Droys Price On 11" X 17" laser Printer @MS recently lowered the price of its popular ll" X 17" laser printer from $17,995 to $15,995. The @MS-PS 2220 laser printer supports 11" X 17" PostScnpt piinting and comes standard with two 25Wheet input bins and a i~hect direct feed input tray. This printer has been popular with outputneeds.Accordingtoarecentsuiveyof PostScript printers done by P Cdfagazlne, the PS 2220 is the fastest printer currently available and shows ratings well above the speedofferedbyothervendors.'Ihe PS 2220 is available only from @MS Canada. (800)

alternative to doubling the capacity of its existing hard disks. The program works "on the fly" to compact and uncompact files as theyarebeingusetL Typical savings result in a doubling of disk capacity from the $139.95 utility, The photo above shows "DDIR", a directory utility window illustrating the amount of space saved by using DQUBLEDisk. The product is being distributed in Canada by J.B. Marketing. 1800-267-2424,

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newspapers,andbusinesseswith large-sized

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product,supportedbythe company'sexpertise in networking and connectivity for local and wide area networks. For further information, visit the 3Coin booth at the Show, or call (604) 682-3266.

• Lynxx Micfosystems has taken over the network division of Softrak Systems. Former Softrak employees Mike Wolfe and Ian Frazer have moved over to Lynxx.

at the 7th Annual Padfic Rim Computer & Communication Show Jan. 14, 15 & 16, 1991. Manufacturer and distributor of Fujikama

computercomponents and peripherals.

Well established in Eastern Canada, the U.S., EUrope, and the Far East, Fujikama has recently opened a new distribution facility in British Columbia. Specializing in 286/386/486motherboards,VGA Cards, Controller Cards, Hard/Floppy Drives and Super VGA Monitors, we also carry a complete line of system units and laptops.

FlJ2I KAMA O.A. DISTRIBUTION (WESTERN)INC.

NEW DISTRIBUTION CENTRE TO SERVE THE WEST:

Fax Cemmunications For Unix Users

0130, 6751 araybar Rd., (near No. 9) Richmond, B.C. Canada VSW 1H3

Faximum Solbvare Inc. is offering Unix computer users the ability to send faxes direclly Irom their workstations, The programciaimstoolfereaseofuseandpowerful featuresfor SCO Unix and Xenix, Open Desktop, Interactive 386/ix, ATILT Unix SystemV/386,Sun-4andotherUnixsystems, The software is compatiblewith all Group ll fax machines and supports HP LaserJet, HP DeskJet, PostScript and Epson FX laser printers. See the Trainix booth for details.

Tel: 604-213-3838

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Supply and Senrices Canada (SSC) will be featurIng online demonstrathns of its new Procurement Opportunities Board, a new initiative of the Departm ent' s Open Bidding Concept. Visitors to the booth will be abls to view Federal Government bkldingopportuni5eseisctronhally. In addl5on,SSCwI have literature and Inkaoth markersxl assistance sesshns along with information on How to Do

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WKK Systems t)mlted is dsdhated to providing the personal computing mariret with quality, namebrand equipment and superhr personal service. Our pnoduct hne spans the en5re range of PC @+ducts, 0om theEvwex cube 486 ESA Ie-serverto scanners,Fax/Modems and MacIntosh peri pheruis.The aim of our company is to ensure that each client receives the appropriate comblnaihn of products andsenri cestop arantee sa5sfac5on.Weofl ' erthe Total Solutke.

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Egghead Discount Software ls North America' s largest retailer of personal computer software. We stock 20001tsms of MLDQS and Appie computers, Includinga wide range of accessories. Egghead offers full customer service and demonstra5on I'acillties. Our4atea stores are: Downtown6884)984.W. Broadway73t 4255, Bumaby 4324633, RIchmond 273-9770.

Hllh-Tech Express and Dlstrihntion 200

HIgh-TechExfxess Is a uunspata5on company that speciahzes In the movement ofhlgh value, sensl5ve commodi5sssuch as computers and medhal equipment. Our professhnal experisnced staff, combined with a full compl ementof alrdde vehicles, alhws usto provide safe, sscute, and punctual servhe North America-wide.

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Calema ConsnNnl Grenp Canada 207

Calema Consulting Group prcvkfes a fully Intemul5user accounting/Informa5on system. vailable modules: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable. Cos5ng, Equipment Rental. General Ledger, Inventory Control, Market Manager, Order Enby. Point of Sale. Process Producthn, Purchase Orders. Serial Number Tracking, Works Orders. The systemisG.S.T.ready.Phone:(604)299-7795.

Cental lnc. 211

Cental - The leader in mobile communha5ons In Canada. at work con5nulng to proNde quality cellular snd paging servhes.

Advanced Snslness INicrosystems, Inc. 212

Advanced Business Mlcrosystsms (ABM) pro. videsadvanced accoun5ng andMIS systems foruse in any business. throughout Canada and intema5onally. Our Platinum Series features MIS and custom repor5ng capabih5es that make it more than just a normal accoun5ng system, but adetailedlnlorma5on management system.

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JANUARY 1991 the industry by its commitment to supplying qualilied oNce automation employees through extensive testing and training programs on our unique computers, video training tapes, Support Line, and rsfelshce guides.

P.I.C.S. Photo Ident Card Systems I.td. 218A

Photo Ident Card Systems Ltd. Is a dealer appointed to sell and service the new Kodak Vkleo ID Products. P.I.C.S. have been innovators in card technology. klenttica5on and security systems for over 23 years. We also manufacture vinyl credit cards, mylar plastic pouches and laminating supptes and equipment.

Comsoft Inc. 218$

The Abacus falnily of integrated Accoun5ng Sys, tems from Comsolt includes three unique programs. Abacus EL ls a I'ully functional enby-level system which incl udes a comprehensive bookkeeping primer. Abacus I is s fully integrated single-user system designedto handle most small-business accoun5ng needs. Abacus II sets the standardinmu15useraccoun5ng systems. and includes such capabilities as Job Estimating/Costing and Inventory/Order Entry. In addition to the other features In each system, the Abacus family of accounting systems Is designed to elegantly handle the Goods and Services Tax, bothin receivables and payables.

Telinfomatic Inc. 210

Telinfomatic Inc. Is the publisher of Business Connexions, Canada's national bilingual directory of business products and services. Ustlngs can be found alphabe5call y by company name and also by business classlllca5on. The directory is ave1able in two sizes: the Rei'srsnce edition (&-1/2'x 11') and the Executive edition (5.4'x&.3'). Telinfoma5c also publishes the ONcial Fax Directcxy and is the agent for the UniTsl Telex Directory and Jaeger snd WaldmannInternational Publica5ons,

Ilaclean Hunter

Technology Greup 220

Do more than reach the computer and information technology market. Cover it thoroughly with the Maclean Hunter Technology Group of publica5ons: Canadian Computer Reseller. a bi-weekly news magazine, provides resellers with the inionna5on they need to understand what is happening in the industry. Serving VARs/VADs, system Integrators and consultants. Canadian Datasystems. a monthly magazine. provides indepth analysis of trends and developments. Serving prol'sssionals in Infolms5on systems/data processing and telecommunications. ONce Systems & Technology,a new magazine servingthe needs of execu5ves and managem in business and g overnm ent organizations using inI'ormation technology.

ACR Access Computer Rentals Inc. 221

Access Computer Rentals provides computer hardware to end-users on a Monthly, Weekly or Daily Rental basis. Product lines canied are all IBM MSDOS andcompa5blesandinclude brand names such as IBM, Compaq, Hewlett-Packard, NEC, Toshiba and others. Types of products include 0(f, AT2&6, AT3&$ Desktops and Laptop Computers, Network Worksta5ons and Sewers; Laser, Dot44atrix snd Daisy-wheelprinters. Telephone (604) 255-7342.

WordPerfect Corporation 225

Developers of WordPerlisct. the best~ling word Ixocessing soltwars; PlanPelfect, a WoldPerlsctcompatible spreadsheet: DstaPerfect. a menudrlvsn database: WordPerfect ONce, a comblna5on of desktop utility programs with electronic mall and scheduling; DrawPerlect, a business prisents5on ' graphic package: and Lettsrperisct, a lowland word xocessor.. Network Ne and intema5onal versions of I ordperI'act Corpora5on products are availablefcra variety of machines.

Comshare 228 '

Comshars, Inc., s $100 million intema5onal software vendor, provides the msrket&ading executive infonna5on snd decision support system software products. Commander EIS allows executives to access critical perfonnance lniormation withatouch screen or mouse. It includes IIve applica5ons: status repeating, Inves5gation and analysis, strategic news navlga5on, execu5ve reminder and an Interface to electronic mall system. SHOW GUIDK PRODUCED 6YTHE COMPUTPI PAPER

UniTel Communications Inc. 221

UniTel,Canada's Na5onal Telecomlnunlca5on Carrier, has been a long-time provkler of innovative, cost~ c 5 vstelecommunica5onnetwork solutions. UnlTel provides FacsRoute (facsimile service); Broadband (private voice servhe); Mach I gntegrated voice/data/image service): FasPac (packet switching); and s wide variety of other voice and data . communlca5onservices.

National Pagette 228

National Pagette is the leader in Oe communications Industry with a cro~ n ada paging network. as well as extensive B.C. coverage which includes Lower Mainland, Vancouver island, and Interior of B.C. Our answering service ofl'srs professional sen4ce at compe5tlve rates.

When Your Information System Is a Puzzle ... It's Nice to Find Someone , With e t h e Pieces. We know information systems fcom start to finish, and the importance of phnning for the "big picture". Our team of over 20() dedicated profemionals can pn)vide you with all the services you require from planning through implementation to on-goingmaintenance.

Interworld Electronics S Computer Ind. Ltd. 232A

You will be treated to the very latest in Pen/Pencil Plotter Technology Itam Mutoh snd Enter Computers, largeformat dig15zers from GTCO, as well as very large graphics monitors from Image Sy Demonstra5ons of the latest honvhw version of Labtec will be on display plus the latest release IV of Oread's leading schematic capture package.

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Presenta5on graphics products and servtms will be dhsplaysdby the leader In this market,G rap hically Speaking. We specialize in the production of presentations using mul5snecLt,35mm slides and overhead transparencies on both IBM snd Apple computers. Our oNce is kcatecl at 210-1 161 Melville St. In Vancouver. Call (604) 6824500.

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Compu-Power Controls Inc. 233

CompuPower Controls Inc. provides Sales, Service and Dlstrlbutlon of Computer Power Protection equipment. We offer a full range of Emerson Unintenuptible Power Supply Systems (U.P.S.) ranging from 150VA up to 625KVA three-phase systems. Wealsocany a comprehensive product line of surge suppression, voltage regulation snd power dlstribu5on units. Look for us at the Emerson Computer Power Booth 4233.

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ATCT, Synop&cs,Amp, DEC. NevadaW estern snd Secor.

Alpha Technologies Ltd. 240

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stereo quality sound to almost any computer applicatian. Here are some sample applications: data fmagfng document imaging interactive trainingfeducation

und much more... Multimedia has a myriad of uses and an endless number of applications.

coME ANDvIsxT Us AT sooTH 425. Microbase Systems Inc.

Canadian manuisctursr of CSAwp proved UPS backup power systems, voltage regulating line condiÂť 5oners and DC power systems, used to protect computers, business telephones snd date equipment from power problems such as blackouts, brownouts, spikes, surges and electronic noise.

Barr Business INachlnes Inc.

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Fountain Software Ltd. 235

Anixter, the wiling system specialists locus our productlnvsntorytoservicethe needsofthePhysical and Data Unk sectors ofthe Open Systems Interconnection Model. Anixter distributes products which Include cabling systems, hubs, Intslhgent concentratore, network interface cards. tsnnlnal servers, Intsrnetwceldng de'vices and network management software. Psrtnering with Anixter to sup+ products to the Data Communica5ons Modest are IBM, Belden,

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Cadence ComputerDesign Inc. is a Western Canada company with headquarters in Vancouver sndaregional oNceinCslgany.Cadence hasevolved to become the most proilc keel area network installer in Western Canada. It is also a software development house and currently has software In North Amedcswide distdbu5on. Cadence provklso customized SQL, h4closolt Windows and Presentation Manager sppllca5ons written In Microsof't C as well as ACCPAC customiza5on and ACCPAC comnion products wrttten In ACCESS C. The ancouvsr oNce Is kcated at 3rd floor, 1681 Chestnut Street. Telephone (604) 733-7638.

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Complete software for conveyancing documents needed by knvtsrs and notaries In B.C. to increase produc5on and eliminate stress. Word processing notneedecL includes GST calcula5ons. No memoriza5on of function keys or procedure needed. Runs on MS-DOS IBM or compa5ble.

Computer Hardl/rare b Sojhaare Fairchild Square, 44M400 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 3RS MICROBASE

TelephOne: (604) 270-SS28 Fax: (604) 270-8098

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JANUARY 1991 Ber has a secret to share with ycu: Computers, Laser Printers, Word Proosssors, Typewriters, Fax Mach'Ines and mcse. eaturing F such bmnd names as Olive(5, Fulasu, Amstrad, Kyccera, Silver Reed and Hewlett-Packard. Sales, SeIvhe, Supplies and Rentals....lfyouhave needs. we olfer soiusonsI Cell (604) 73691 11.

Nentek Systems Corp. 242 Mentek Systems Corlxee5on is a manu$acturers' re tesenta5ve and distributor of quality, dependable compaable computers. Weolfera fulllineof 286. 386 and 486 units, incluchng the new extended industry standanl (EISA) bus. Our sales representatives are all Irlendly, reliable professionals with technical backgIound to provide our dealers with the best of sevlce.

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Unique, exciting new technology offers printed business cards & invitations in seconds

Panasonlc ONatstIshlta Electric of Canada Limited) 245

Panasonicis abrand name of Matsushita Electric of Canada Umited (Meha). Matsushita is a leading manul'acturer and supplier of electronh goods. including a full range of computer equipment. copieIS, electIIc typing systems. phone systems, cellular hones and pointwf-sale equipment. Matsushlta ead oNce is in Mississauge, Ontario. Telephone (416) 6244010.

Zenith Data Systems fCanadal 250

Zenith Data Systems (Canada), a Groups Bull company, has manufacturing and sales facili5es for Itsble and desktop microcomputers and monitors r both single andmultluserapplicaaonsinmorethan 30 countries. Innovation hss been and continues to be &edrViing force behind everypnxluctZenith Data Systems engineers — from the technologically advanced ESA-based 80386 a 80486 desktop pnxlucts, through to our new VGA SlimsPort laptop. To take a closer look at the company and products with an established Ieputatlon lor innovation, quality and value....Zenith Data Systems (Canada)-loin us at The Pacllh Rim Computer Show.

Srother International Corp. 254 We will featureour complete line of dot matIix and laser ptlntenI including our new 4 page per minute PostscIIpt laser. Also $satured are Brother's full line of electronh typewIiters and facsimte. The Brother electronh lettelng systems and I'ull cohr coplers will also be displayed.

State of the art touchscreen technology allows customers to select size, style and typeface for their own personal business cards or invitations! ~26 different card styles 5

different typefaces, 4 difierent card sizes. Bmad choice of generic logos. All easily chosen and pmgrammne.

Sharp Intsoduces its latest First Colour TFT LCD Laptop Computer PC8501. It displays 256 dazding colours. New 386 laptop and notebook computers $saturing 120MB HDD, 20MHz,386, SX model PC6751 and PG4641 notebook-weightless than elba. Also with 20MHz SX processor. Other pnxlucts will include cohur scanner and the new professional llquklcrystalcohurprciector,modelXG-1000.Anew laser printer, JX-9700, 16 page per minute. $cr heal area network (LAN) high prin5ng requirement purposes. As well• corns and see our wide mnge of copiers. facsimiles, and electIonh organizers.

English, French, Spanish etc. Adaptable to virtually any cotmtry. • Just plug it in! Occupies only 4 square feet of space. Just wait till you calculate sales per s(prate

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Mitsublshl willbe displa)rng highlights ofouraxtenslvspmluctline. Ofspeclallnterestwlllbe: S340-10, e neer-photographic quality sublimation colour printer MH216CG-400d.p i. Page Scanner-peIfect Lr Desktop Publhhing; HXT920- 1600x 12008gh Resoluaon Monitor-the newest standard ln I+Res Graphhs.

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Nitsublshl Electric Sales Canada Inc. 258

Toshlba Information Systems Group ls Canada's leading suppllerof portablemicrocomputer products. In the oNce or on the road, Ior the student, homeuser. orexperhncedbuslness poweruser, Toshlbals Canada's llrst family' of portable exnputers.

Roland DG Canada Inc. 302

Roland DG Canada hs the exclusive Canadian supplierofDalatraln computers andmonitore, Raven dotmatrixandlaser printers, and Roland pen pbttets, thermal plotters and Camm's. New $cr this shcwv: 386 and 486 personal computers, 19' colour monk tora. expandedllne of 24 pin printers, flatbed plotters and hand-hekl slgncutter.

Data Terminal Nart 303

Data Terminal Mart is one of Canada's oldest tesellers of computerequipment. leading manufacturers such as Compaq, HewlettPackard and NEC. DTM o1$srs its dhnts a wide variety of hardware to beet suit th'elr needs. DTM also offers softwee solu5ons fiem Omcle. Great Plains andnetworklng applhatlons fromNovell and SCO/XENIX.

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NeXT Computer Inc. 304

NeXT Computer Inc.,$cunded by Steve Jobs (co$cunderof Apple Computer), develops andmanufactures a line of UNIX-based computers and appllcathns. NeXI products I'esture integra5on, connectivity and advanced technohgical tools $cr produc5vity inbusiness, educa5on,science,publishingandmore. Canadian sales oNce 6834)199.

Tralnlx 305

Trainix is the leading source of UN0(training in BC. The companyhasbeendesigningand teaching UNIX and C courses publicly, 5Irough universlbes, and onsite since 1984. Trainix is also the SCO Author@ed Education Centrefor BC. Instructors will be on hand to discuss course materials and cunicula.

Varketlng 305

Solutions $cr Manufacturers in UNIX 6 DOS is the theme of the booth. Exhibited will be a UNIXbased data collection system which combines touchscreen and bar code technologies. Also being shown Is an MRP2 soltware solution, running on DOS, whhh is suitable for small to medium scale manufacturers.

Lynxx Nlcrosystems Inc. 308

Lynxx Microsystems Inc. ls a $ull-sevhe otganhathn providing soluthn sales, training, technology roblem-solving, service, support and consulting. ajor business areas Include: PolntwfZales, distribution accoun5ng, system integration and networkIng of UNIX and DOS based (Novell Gold/LAN Manager) computer systems.

Apple Canada lnc. 300

Apple Canada Inc., a subskllaIyofAppleComputer Inc., will be displaying staff-thewrt mul5medla solutions. Apple's UNIX Platlorm and the newly introduced products. Apple Macintosh computers have the capacity to run A/UX. MS-DOS, and Macintosh O.S. (with disk compatibllliy) at the same 5me for true integra5on.

QNS Canada Inc.

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QMS Inc. Is a wodd leader In the development, manufactuIIng and marketing of printer systems and software. @MS product lines include monochrome laser printers, color thermal transfer pIInters, Intelligent controllers $cr impact and nonqmpact prInters, and software utilities. The company's extensive product oifeihg encompasses most major prin5ng standards andoperat ingenvironments,providingan anay of printer solutions which can saasiy a user's most complex pIin5ng Iequirements.

Q by Javell 317B

Rnsllyin Canada! /by Javell Introduces a new line of high-peIfoImance IBlukampa5ble personal computeIe. Key featuIes of the full line include: Awanlwinning American design and manufacture, and a two.year hmlted waITanty on both parte and labour. Both Q's corporate oNces and the QseIvhe Centre are based in Vancouver,

Axcom Information Systems Ino. 318

Azcom isa Novell Gold Authcxlzed Systems Interator experienced in LAN design and installation m 3 to 140 stations including Gateways and remote E-Mall. We prcNIde on-line telephone suppor or complete on-site LAN Management. Azcom also ls anAdvanced Revels5on data base Advantage Devehper of custom and packaged software. With SQL instsllaaon and support. Packages include Personnel, Fund Raising. OIder Entry. Point-of-sale, Client Contact and RO270.

Imaye Software Ltd. 310

Image Software Ltd. Is committed to providing the indusby's best customer seN(ce and software products. We offisr lils5me.warranties and guaranteed prhing on all software products and seIvice. We employ a full complement of pro$sssionals and off'er a complete portfolio ofintegrated, mulauseraccountlng packages. We also pIovtde hardware and custom software services. SHOW GUIDE PRODUCE0 SY78E COMPIJIER PAPER

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ENIJ Data Systems 320 EMJ is a Canadian distributor with 6oNces across Canada. EMJ Data are authoihed distributors for VersaCad, Acer, Data General, Interactive UNIX. Sony, Intel, USRobotics, Hitachi, ATI, Tecmar, Alpha Technologies, Connecttech, Practical Peripherals, Digiboard, Tatung, Cyrix, Nth Graphics, Cardinal, Metheus, Renaissance, DPT, Microsolution, Network Interface. EMJ has service, warehouse and sales ofRce facili5es in Richmond, B.C.

Northwest Diyital 321

Computer Exchanye 349 ComputerExchange isaB.C.owned andoperated retail outlet chain, I'eaturing a full line of CEX 286, 386 and486computer systems. Thecornerstoneofour successhas been our dedicatbn to customer satisfac5on, service and reliability. We offer affordable computer solutions for indMduals, small business and corporations at both our retail outlets in Vancouver. We are authorized dealers of Novell,

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Call-Net Telecommunications Ltd./Llyhtel Inc.

Northwest Digital is Canada's largest national fullline Hewlett-Packard dealer. Our commitment to technical excellence and product support has been thecornerstoneofoursuccess.The extravalueyou receive when deafing with Northwest Digital is our experienceandabilitytoprovide toourcustomers the leading edge of computer technology. We don't)ust sell products — we sell solu5ons. See us at Booth ¹321.

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Cove ONce Products Ltd.is featuring: the Laserhle piacess, saving up to 75% olfthe priceofa nawtoner cartrklgewithup to 10% higheryield. Recycled paper products/copier, facsimile, computer, and laser 'nter supplies. Disks/data cartridges/ribbons/IaIs/data accessories. Priced right and delivered on time. (604) 2534677, fax 255-7744.

These sister companies are the largest resellers of long distance senricss in Canada. Operating in the provinces of Ontario, Quebec and Bri¹sh Columbia, theyofierreducadmte bng distance senrices aswell as calknanagement repcxts. Ughtel in con)unctbn with B.C. Rai) has Ried anapplba5on with the CRTC to become a I'aclll5eekased carrier.

Namtec Systems Inc. Namtec Systems Incorporated, fioundedin 1984, ls a computer systems Integia5on and information systems dsvebpment housespeckilhingIn: Relational Database, SQL, HIghPeifiormance Decisbn Suppoitappllca5onsinmul5user UNIX/DOSkased lAN and WAN envir onments. Namtec is an authori zed dealerofAcer, ACCPAC, Lotus. SCOUNIX/XENIX, Novell• Unily Accell/SQL and more.

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The Society of INanayement Accountants of British Columbia

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The Societyof ManagementAccountants ofl'creen accredita5on program that dls5ngulshes Canada's 40,000 CMAs from other accountants through a program of prac5cal management training. Among the Society's senrices to Its members and the general pubfic is an ongoing series of profisssbnal development seminars witha comprehensive computer trainin g segment These intensive, hand~ sessions are designed speciRcally for accountants and Ieature Instruc5on by dis5nguished profisssbnals in the Raid. See our chsplay br program details.

Focus Tronics! Co.

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Software Publishlny Corporation 325

SPC developseasy'-use business software br IBM4ype PCs. Enhylevel products such asPFS:Rrst Chobe and Rrst Publisher address the needs of the occasbnal user and small business. Prolissslonal Write and File target the corporate managerial profisssional. Harvard Graphbs 2.3is the markst4eadlng business presentation graphics package.

The Computer Paper 344

The Computer Paper is a free monthly tabbid newspaper that reaches over 130,000 computer users in Bri5sh Columbia. Alberta, and Manitoba In three separate editions. Featuring Inficrmative mporte. hardware and software reviews, 5mely ar5cles, expert hints and tips, and the latest news in the industiy. computeruser's infonna5on source of chobs.

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Independent Computer Consultants Association 345

A non~Rt association of 125 member Rrms and professionals dsdbated to promoting professbnalismln the industry. The assoclatbn offers a varietyof beneRts to members. and seives the general publh by means ofa rel'eiral service and the maintenance of a database/chiectory of members and member services.

Vend-U-Print 347

The Card Express System available Item Vend4JPrint is a new and unique machine manulactumd In C anada.The system dispenses personaRzed BusinessCardsandIvRniJtnnouncements suchasinvltatkes, no5ces and advertisements. The system operatesas avendingm achineand when ac5vated, vAII prompt the consumer by means of an alphanumeric touch screen to input the variable data onto a pre-selected card fionnat. The consumer instantly receives the Rnished product.

INacWest Computer Society 348

The MacWest Computer Society ls a n~roRt user group dedicated to serving and supportin the needs ofMacintosh computer users. Members receiveour newsletterand have access to vari ous support and tschnbal servbes, as well as one of the hugestendmost comprehensivepublb domainand sharaware Iibmries dectcatad exclusively to Macintosh Ries. SHOW GUIDEPRODUCED BY THECOMPI/fPI PAPER

PACIRC RIMCOMPUTER 5 COMMUNICATION SHOW GUIDE beneRts of "In Touch" and the "Talking Yellow architecture. 3COM supplies over 350 networking Pages." "Talking Yellow Pages adds the extra products including network adapters, 10BASET redimension of sound toyour Yellow Pages advertising, peaters, bridges, brouters. 3+Opsn lAN Manager while "In Touch" provides information such as news. and gateways. wea5ier, horoscopes, etc. Stop, look and listen to these rnrolu5onary seivbes.

Microbase Systems Inc.

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Microbase, a developer of seamlessly integrated data imaghg and document Imaging software fior professional work groups, will demonstrate its imaging software to corporations, government and VAR's. The imaging software is spsciRcallydesigned to extend any PC-based machine or network Into a completedata-imaging or document-Imaging system in a way that is quick, easy, and cost-effec5ve.

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Ralph's Radio Ltd. 431, 432

At Ralph's we take the 5me to ensure your cellular communics5on needs are fully met. We guarantee everything we sell and senrice. Visit our booth and sse the new Motorola hand-held personal cellular telephone, as well as cellular phones from NEC and Audiovox. Ralph'~uthorhsd agents forB.C.Cetular.

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Westech Infonnatbn Systems Inc. and Grid Systems Canada will be dlspbying state of the cat ir distributed systems. technologies developed fic Westech will demonstrate appfica5ons utilhing their Graphb User Intsifisce appRca5on tools, the GrklPadhandwrl5ng technobgy, and their LANtechnoiogies. Grkl Systems will Inboduce their latest Rdd systems hardware Including the highly pubtcized 1550SX Laptop computer. The 1550 is a 20MHz laptop with bullt4n ISOPOINT bar fior Windows.

Prism Desktop Publishing Inc. would like to draw your attentbn to the new standard In desktoppublishing. Introducing LaserMaster's ~ew tabloid-she 1200 dpi Pbln&yer Typesetter along with the 1000 dpi Pleinkaper Typesetter. Increase your laser's resolu5on to 800 dpi with the 6MB contnciller card or take a bok at our 19' GrayScale Outline Font Monitor.

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Dominion Directory Company, the publishing agent fior B.C.'s Yellow Pages, wit be featuring the

ONcce Automation Sys. Group 436

ONceAutomatbn Systems Group has emerged to meet thegronfingdemands for specialists withmicio, mini and mainframe experthe. As a leader In the recruitment and placement of computer specialists we are committed to piovkling the most highly quali-

Allied Custom Cable offers a wide range of standard and custom cable assembfies. patch panels, switch bcsces, wire harnesses, ribbon cable assembRes, connector wire and cable assemblbs, connector wire and cable, coaxial assembliesand RF assemblies.

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Focushonbs carriesa full line of computer keyboards, power supphes, computer cases. and computer edwin cents. Our line includes the Focus FK 2001 101 key, the FK 5001 130 ksy with built¹n cabulator, actustable speed, and 24 I'unction keys. the NerthgateOmnlksy 102, Omnikey Plus,and Omnikey Ultra with 36 func5on keys, CSA approved 200-250 watt power supplies from Senstron and Level and 15 types of cases. ~ r yone says Focustronlcs is 'The Keyboard Pkice', but we offer much more than just keyboards.

Ventura So%ware Inc. 419

Ventura Software Inc. has Intmduced several produchi over the last fsw months. The show display will focus on Ventura Publsher Gold Series and FonnBase 1.1, The new Gold Series oil'ers desktop publishing users the Rsodbll5y to use the sofitware under GEM, Mbrosoft Windows 3.0 and OS/2 PiesentatbnManager. FormBase automates the design, manipulation of bnns and fonna-mkited data.

First Imatle 420

Confused about where that colour desktop stuff came from at the Trade Showf Then give Rrst Image a call. We can easily identlly your mqulrements, provide interlaces br your DOS, PS/2 or Mac platfionn, and then train you to become a Mul5-Media Magbianl We'reyourbcal Taiga andNuVlsta dealer and since we' ve been there, we' re here at Booth ¹420.

Canadian Standards Association 421

CSA Is a world-leading csr5Rca5on and testing organlza5on. CSAwit showcase seivhesitprovkles to meet the needs of businesses dealing In high technology. Emphasis will be placed on Speckil Inspectbn/Acceptance piograms that provkle 5msand costwflisc5ve services. Quality Assurance pro. gnamswlllalsobeemphaslzed. Call(604)2734581.

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INOCO Canada Inc. 422

MOCO Canada Inc. is the leading independent mobile communba5ons supplier In Britlsh Columbia. MOCO Canada wll display the new RACOTEK mobile data terminals. The RACOTEK terminals use DOS 3.0 and operate on Cleamet's bunked radb senrice available In 23 Canadian ci5es.

3COSI Canada Inc.

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3COM Corporatlonlsa leading independent gbbal data networking company, providing mul5vsndor connectlvity that spans organlza5ons and businessesworldwide.Thecompany designs,manufactures, markets and supports networldng systems based onindustr y standards and open systems

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Canada on a broad spectrum of hardware. Cardz BBS is an advanced bulletin boardwithmore features than anyotherin Western Canada. Afullce-line store is implemented through B.C. and Alberta via Canlz BBS.

VTECH LASER Cosnputers Ltd. 441

From the $299 companion portable lASER PC4 computer to the lASER 4&6 Tower, the lASER line of compatibles are International bestsellers. The lASER Pal286has been toutedas the PSI's only real compe5tor in publhasons as well as the popular

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televlslondally, GoodMoming America Featured In the PaciRcRimShowat Booth 441. lASERis proud to introduce the long awaited Laptop Series.

Westech Infermatlon Systems lnc. 442 Westech Informatke Systems Inc. provides systems Integration and consultIng services to uslity, governm ent and private sector clients throughout North America. Regionally, Westech also pravides Distributed Systems services Including Local Area Network Installatke and support, Personal Com puter development, customization of proprietary software packages, CASE/Workbench software and support, and both malnfnune and PC technical support.

Plesman Publications Ltd. 443

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RJiw Systems Ltd. 444

RJM develops PCcleliversd l earning tools designed to meet the exact tnslning needs of your organlzason. Our in-house production facility uses the RJM proprietary authorlng tools (SASY) to produce highly intaracsve learning environments that incorporate simulations, expert system tutorhls. graplscs, text, videodisc and digiszed vkleo snd sound.Whether you nxtuire an onlineperfonnance support system or an on-5ne tutorial, our team of experts wi provide you w@l the tools that meet your training ~ s.

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C-Tron Systems Corp. 44$

C-Tron Systems Corp. installs. certilies and supports twisted pair, coaxial, or Rber optical cabling systems. We specialize in IAN applica5cns for single-building, mul5-building or campus environments. We offer technical expersse, full 3-year waman5es, maintenance optkes, ands reputation for superiordesign, installation andsupport. OuroRIces: 3785 Myr5e St., Bumaby, B.C. (604) 432c690; 3378 Douglas St., Victoria, B.C. (604) 388-5649.

Certlned General Accountants Association of B.C. 447

B.C.'s largest professional accounting associa5on. CGA Rrms specialize in small business, offering clientsa full range of servhes including: accounting, audlsng,tax advice.management consulsng. and estate and personal Rnancial planning.

Vancouver Cellular Ltd. 448

Vancower Celluks Umlted ls a fuiiservice cellular cenbe, providing all aspects of cellular and mobile ofRce needs across Canada, from costelfecsve Incar programs to the latest In execusve portable communlcasons. For mesa Infotmation on today's hlghestmtum Investment In time management, call (604) 6840910 or 14)00665-9335.

B.C. Ceiular 452

B.C. Cellular is the leader In the Brissh Columbia cellular communhasons industry. Our knowledge and axpersse allow us to provide tailcxed solusons to your evolving needs Ior mobile communlcasons products and services — liom cellular telephones and the Iastwmerging workl of personal communhatkes, to moblle$exand data. electronic vote mall and

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Xerox Service Centre 4$3 4 454

The XeroxServhe Centre in Vancouver spearheads a' nasonal service network across Canada. Through Maintenance Agreements or TimeS Materhd mpalrs, we support most mlcrccomputers and peripherals available today. The Service Centre also nuskets Datatrain, Acer. Everex, Novell and AST pnxfucts, among others. For more lnformatke please come and visit our booth at the PaclRc Rim show or call us at 668-2380 during nrgular business hours.

Before creating the QMS-PS 410, we performed one very important task We listened. Then we took everything we heard, added a few surprises, and built a revolutionary laser printer with a suggested retail price of just$3995I* You said make itAdobee PostScript®. So we did. And now you can enjoy the design flexibility only PostScript offers as well as 45 resident typefaces and thousands of PostScript software applications.

Canadian Information Processlny Society 455

The Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS),wlthover6000members.is Canada's kugest assocla5on representing professionals In the Informason processing Industry. Since Its Incepson in 1958, the society has been attrac5ng business people, sclen5sts, educators. and others in both the pubtc and private sectors who make their careers in computingand inkxmason processing.

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Diplomat Coiee Systems 450B

You said make setup easy. So we made it truly and completely plug-and-play. Out of the box, it connects to IBM® PCand compatibles, Apple® Macintoshe and mini and mainframe computers. You said make it flexible. So we addedHP' LaserJet Series II emulation to support non-PostScript printing applications. You said make it simple. So we gavethe QMS-PS 410 the intelligence to actually 'think for you" by automatically switching between emulations and interfaces! This printer has ESP (Emulation Sensing Processor) technology,' which interprets incoming data andautomatically chooses the appropriate printer language. And you can send datasimu1taneously to its Apple Talke, serial and parallel interfaces! There's no need to change switch settings or send complicated software commands. You saidmake it fast. So we created a super-fast controller with a 68020 processor and third generation QMSe AS~ (Advanced Systems Architecture for PostScript) technology, which incorporates the latest in component and controller design. You said make it expandable. So we made a variety of options available, including an HP-GL® emulation card, Adobe typeface cards, HP-compatible font cards, memory

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Dlpbmat ls Canada's malor cowse senses comny, oflisdng a variety of special blends, including a, 100% Cobmbian Mocha Java and naturally decafleinated coffees. We also I'esture a M selectke of alliedproducts such as creamers, sugar, hot chocolate, and cold drinks. Our service includes the Ireeuse ofCSAwpproved equipment such as our new space-saving Diplomat brewers. Come sae us at Booth 456B Ior a taste of our brawl

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Vision Presentations lnc. 457

Vlsko Presentations Inc. pmluces slides, overheads and4'x5' transparencies from the PC or Macintosh. Vision is the Rrst seivice bureau In Vancower to provide Imaging from Windows softwie, and the only Imaging sensce to output colour Images to4'x5' atgK resolution. Enter Vision's draw to win MS PowerPoint for either the Mac or PC.

Vancouver School Board 408

Vancouver School Board is your most complete BuslnessandComputer Training Ins5tuson. Weofl'er speclalizedinstrucsoninmhrocomputertechnology, from Industry standard applhatkes in their latest revision, tocustomandlnncvativebusiness software solu5ons. Our labs conelet of Networked IBM PS/2 and Mac solusons, hlghwnd CAD and Desktop Publishing workstasons. The Corporate Career Training Divlsbn oflisrs specialized staff tntinlng programs and seminars thatcan be talbnsdto yourcompany's specitc needs.Our booth wi also show you the tesources that are avaiablein our newest Business and Computer Training Centre.

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Vancouver IietwareUsers'Group 459

Phonethz Corporation

The Vancauver Netware Users' Gnciup Is a ncepeAt oigsnizs5an of Nevsll Netware end users, consultants, and resellers. Our mandate la to provide an sducs5onsl forum far end users. If you woukl like t o share with and leam Inxm fellow ~ use r s , you csn lind out haw by visiting Booth 459.

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Phane5x Corpora5an la a Canadian carnpany providing a pren5sr offering of advanced voice processing solutions including Voice Mall and Interac5ve Voice Res penes. We festum Iew-cost voice recognl5on. a menudrlven applica5an generator, and offthe-shelfhost interfaces. Dealers welcome. Please call (408) 240.9080.

Atari CCanadal Corp. 453

AtsriCansdais a leading manufacturerofhome and business computers, Premiering at the shaw Is the new Mega STe 68000 16 MHz computer system. Also featured Is the new TT42 bit. 82 MHz 68030 worksta5on dellverlng statewf-the-art DTP and CAD solutions. Visitors are Invited to see and experleiuxi Atari's world leadership in the music industrythrough entertaining live MIDI performances. The exc15ng product line-up for the shaw eisa includes dernonsb'ations of the Portfolio, the world's smallest handheld organizer/computer. running productivity applications as well as communica5ng with s PC.

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Servex Camputers is 5te exclusive dlstdbutar far EverexinCanada,withoNces across Canada. Our product range Includes graphics, I/O, and network adapters. drives, Iaptaps, monitors, printers and sbeamhg tapes. We distribute the cornlapte smay a AGI,stepand tempo Desktaps andTawem. Seivex stands for service, value and excsllencei

Mlero Supply CCanada) Ltd. 5158

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Manufscturersnddistributorof Fufikama computer components and peripherals. Well established in the U.S. snd Ontario, Fujikams has recently opened a new distribution facility in British Columbia. Specializing In 286/886/486 motherboards, VGA Cards, Controller Cards, Hard/Rappy Drives and Super VGA Monitors. we also csny a complete line of system units and lsptops.

We st Micro Supply (Csnsds) Ltd. are proud ta announce the epsning af aur First Canadian oNceiln Richmand, B.C.. With the support of lvgcra Supply of San Jose, Callfcenia, we are able to offer tap value products at competl5ve prices, compared with aifshoie products. Our superior service and technical expertise will enable us to become s major farce In the computer indusby in Canada. Dealer inquiries sre welcome.

Hoian Computer Corporation

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Kodak Canada lne. 523, 524, 530

The Kodak Canada exhibit will featum an anay of eiscbanic stillqmaging products Including the Kodak XL7700 Digital Continuous Tone Printer. Other products Include the Kodak Dlcenix peraceal printer products and the recently announced Kodak Photo CD System.

Telezlulp Servlees Ine. 525

Computer Users' Groups of S.C. 525

Users' groups oll'era lsvsl of si4>pcxt to computer users thetis unmatched anywhere else in the dealer/ vendor channel. Made up en5rely af volunteers, these groups amsrbusiness and otherusers a natural conduit far Inlarms5an exchange and problem solv Ing. Infanns5an on sll local users' groups will be avalable.

Telequip Services Inc. Is a modem~ success story. While only In Its fouith year. It has become B.C.'s leading Interconnect telecammunics5ons company. K nowledg eable, experienced prafessiceals will help you with Network Cost Reductions, Call Accounting, Digital Telephone Equipmsnt, (sales, service and Installsthn). Voice Mail and Data Cabling, Telequip Services Inc. has its awn Leasing Divlske and maintains three Service and Sales afIIces in Suney, North Vancouver, and Victoria.

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Sharp's A/V Ltd. 521

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Quality Lesmlng Systems (QLS) Is a Canadian software company speckiitdng in the devekpmant and produc5an af hlg+usllty educational saltware Iar school-aged students. QLS's softwsie package — marketedunderthename SchaalWare ~III be available in computer stores across Canada in Jsnuaiy. For more infarma5on, eall (604) 492-2592.

Fujltsu Canada lne. Fujitsu Canada, s subsidiary of the wadd's secondlargest camputer company, the $20 billion Fujitsu Umited, wIII feature its complete Iins of computer perlpheral andoNce sutoma5on products. Ahighlight of the exhibit wIII be Fujitsu's new Pocket Commander, the world's smallest, lightest portable cellular phone. A new line of quality facsimile machines,

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Hogan ComputerCorporation Is a Vancouverbased microcomputer practice piavlding business and professional clients with a wide range of technical services and premium products. At this year's shaw. Hogan isdsmanstrs5ng Windows@seed systems Iar execu5ves. Integrated accaun5ng solu5ans for GST problems, encl CADD systems fer keel snd remote oNces. Take thisopportunity to talk to their specialists about your specliic oNce needs. We are available to help with advice on networks, data integration. system manageinsnt and training.

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Cenbe is located in The Education D Bumsby In s handsome three-storey, 160,000 squaie feet facility containing 68 erganamically designed classrooms, s litnsss centre, cafeteria snd medical services. In excess of 28AXO Canadian and Intems5ansI students enicill annually to participate In over 550 courses covering every aspect af Infaima5an technology. telecommunica5ons, lnstiuc5onal technology, management skills, customer contact and custom course design. Courses extmmely ssawhokiaie: customer ccetact, Infcxma5en technology, management and safety.

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IlR Time Recorderh the Cansdhn leader h computerizedtime and attendance, labour ces5ng, and access central. With bmnchescoast to coast, ITR has serviced the Canachanmarket far mars than 25 years. Products include stand~lone cemputenzed 5me reccedsrs, as well as data cahectke terminals with PC applhsthn sofbvsre far attendance. hbaur casting and access conhal. ITR csn provide a fully Integratedsystem with interfaces to all malar banks and payratl seivhes.

CampuCable Communhaihns Canada Ltd. spschhzesin the instshs5on af computer nstwceks. CompuCsble prides Iteelfanquahiyand cleanwarkmanship.We dssldirectly with corponste accounts ar actas subcontractors forcamputercompanhs or general contractors. We offer a Iree cansul5ng servke te cempenles requirhg assistance en design. Our trainedinstahsrsarefamihsrwith all types of cabhngand termlnagonincluding Rbre Opgcs. References aviilabie. Phone (604) 433-2458.

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Syrnantec is a leading inierna5onal sofbvare developer pravkhng award-winning ap phce5onsoftware to IBM PC and Apple Macintosh users. Featured show productsInclude Norton Anti-VInis, Norton Ugligss 5.0. TIme One, PEA, Mans, Ssm An5.VIrus for Macintosh, and Norton Utihges for Macintosh. Productdemenstnstlons will be held regularly throughout the shaw.

Msnulactunng and dhtribu5on systems and servhes. lAN sndUNIX systems htegrstion.Custom mmming in Oracle. BBX. RBass snd Paradox. crecamputer training centre. Document Image processing systems. PC DOCS document central software. Many goad references. Call usl

Maratlhon Slfatems Solutlone 54O 4 541

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Marathon Systems Salutiens Inc. is a systems Integrator serving the cempu5ng needs ofdistributors, retailers and membership argsniza5ens with sales In the range of $3,0N),000ta $60,000,000 r annum. We provideharebell. software. Inshdthn, training and, most Importan5y, Iong-tenn support of everything we seh.

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JB Msrkegng Is a Canachan ~ and operated computer hardware and ~ dis t nbutor. JB's

htent kins aretaoilercan5nued aggressivemarketing, personal service, dehvery end suppcet. Our evsr~xpanchng product offering includes such renawnecl companies as O'NsVCommunlcatiens, New Vlshns,Ohvetg, fox, Appalnt. Wardperfect. Legitsch, Bondweil, Seike Inshuments, Baca, CarchnaLZoom, TUM and manymare.

Regna Heotronio Ine. 546

Zsgna Bsctrenhs Inc. manufacturers and Isevldes servhe far thecampleteZeywcomputerhne. We have many ofllces spannlngthree cceiinenta: In Canada-Toronto, Mlssissauga, Ottawa, Vancouver London, England; and Hong Kong. ZegnaElscbanicsmsnuhscturws Ihechsgnc5vehne ef systems ~ g f r omthe80286 series to the new 80486.25/33 EISA serhs. The Vancouver oNce la keated at 110.I1180 Vayageur Way. Richmond, B.C. Tel. (604) 27&51 51.

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We will demonstrate eur unique deektap binchng terna far use with piasth or paper cxrvers. WIth riibind you canbind fram twosheets to threeinchee inthhkness. Pages can be added erdeleted.Also see aur new laminating equipment.

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Jump Systeme 531

The Vancouver Beard of Trade,fanned in 1887, cunently beasts 4700 members vke support its pubhcpohcyIni5e5vee end lobbying efbrts vkils elsebenehthg Iremits speakerprogmms,seminars and pubhcagans. In addi5on, members have access to a private luncheon facihiy, World Tmde Centnss throughout the world, the Urilversliy Galf Cub anda group insurance program. They are exposedto network. hg oppcxtunitfes at Business Alter Businessmhl. trade showsandalso areehg'Ible farmsnycarperate chscounts.

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BytevitdeMekethg Inc. prevkles and supports computer peripherals thataeeUNN/XENIX cempatIble. Up te seven SCSI devices, including eur hard diskand tape backup units,can be contrehed by a Corporate Software Canada single SCBI Host Adapter whhhis fully UNIX/XENIX 537 cempa5ble. Bytewide Msrke5ng is an authartzed Carperate ~ ls a v i ed re s eller of dlstnbutar af: Micropehs snd Fujitsu disk drives, PC and Macintosh scArnm. We aier a compns Tandbeig, Taltgrzis and Wangdst tape backup units hensive array ef highly a~i z e d servicesdeand Puslstar 9-track tape subsystems. Call 322signedto help cerpora5ons evaluate. iaxiulre, sup9699 or toh-free 1- ~ 6972 for mere infannaport, maintain, and manage personal computer 5on. products. Theseservices enable organ)M5ens to afgoadreugne suppartacgvt5esand dfocusanmcee Creat plalne Software strategh issues.

Y anoouver Board of T r a d e World Trade Centre 539

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Hspgng hAesechtes inc.has forsixteen years bean a leadingdsveloperanddisbibutar ofsoftwsre aciess a mulgtude ofhdusthas. h adchthr.te their powerful ofherhgs they support their chants with drawing, research and development and custemizagan. To get more infonnathn on this fullaervtce organizagen call (604) 294-4440.

The Great Pkiins Accoun5ng Series is a full-featured. multi-module line of accounting seftwsm for MS-DOS. Macintosh and UNIX platforms. Vershn SAincludes a new module, Canadian Payroll. as well as cemprehensive GST tracldng and reporting capsbihtles. The Great Phins Accounting Saris Is a PC Ivlagszine Ediiers' Chohe' recipient far IAN accounhng.

T 4 D l I Ibbons Ltd. 551

T 8 D Ribbons Ltd. is the chetributor ef UMCORN brand ribbonsfor comp uter printers in Western Canada, Our target and pohcy is to piavlde customers with good quahty praducts,supported by competitive Ixhes and excellent servhe.Our al'fice is Iacated at3631 Na, 3 Road. Suite 31 0, Richmond. B.C. V6X289. Tel $04) 279.9836 Fax(804) 2719) 33. Dealer inquirhs only.

Intzeetorg Syndicate 552

The Investors Infermaganboothwlhgive the pubhc sn opportunity to see haw we can helpthem to achieve their goals In the felbwhg areas: save Incometm; pay aif the mortgage early; estabhsh an educagon fund; rehm comfortably; beat thscost of hving; haw ie managemoney; hew to retire eady; and haw to invest wisely.

Syepro/Group West 55$

At Byspro andGieup West we' renot MAD we'm just CRAZY abaut showing off our Manufacturhg, Accounting, Dhtribu5an and SCO salugans that cater to all facets ofyeur businessincludingthe new GST. Stop by our booth andenter aurdraw to win an Everex computer with hnpact software or an IBM Proprinter.

Applied Eleetronles Limited 557 L 558

Whahy Canachsn owned Apphed E)sctranlcsIs based in Toronto with effices in Vancouver. Calgary. and Montreal. We are Canada's largest suppher of data ~5cn anddisplay systems havhg delivemd andhstaii ed,snd can5nulngto support,averseven hundredinstailagans across the country. Chants Include major banks, ol companies, automobile manufactumrs andcomputer campanies.

Learning Tree International 550

Learning Tree Intems5anel is s world leader In advanced technologyeduca5on. Shee 1974. we' ve a%aud htsnslve courses in software development, cemmunicagens.electronics and management. These thme to four day courses am available in Vancouver,Tcsento. Ottawa and Montreal. We also ofer an-site nurses at yaur facility. Telephone I800-267-1824.

Vancouver Coznmunlty College 566

Vancouver Community Cohsge ofers computer trshhg at three lacagans in Vancouver. Tmining opgens include diploma and asig ficate ptagrams In the businessand technical ansss, Inlinnnagen Systems andmanagementsemhars Iar theprafessbnal. SHOW GUIDE PRODUCED BY THECOMPUTER PAPER

JANUARY 1991 and short courses for peo pie wishing to upgrade their personal computer skills.

Pacilc Ribbon & Carbon Co. 501

A DMsion of Mid-City Copying Products Inc., servicing Brittsh Columbia. Distributes Kerr Norton Brand Original, Wide, Mini, Word Processing 8 Typewritsr Ribbons;LaserCa rt rdges. i ComputerLabels. Stock Tab, Fax, Photocopier II Ca*on Paper. Also Diskettes, Data Carbidges 5, Magnetic Tape lar 3M, Dysan, D.E.I., BA.S.F.. Syncom LKAO. Plus anew rangy of Environmentolly Friendly Recycled Product.

Hunt Pe rsonnel/Temporarily Yours/Hunt Leial 502 S 503

Widely-recognized by their professional approach and high standards of quality and service, Hunt Personnel/Temporarily Yours is committed to establishing o long-tenn relationship with your llim. Personnel recruitment speckilists in oflice automation, support staff, management and soles areas will be on hand to discuss yourpermonentand temporoiy hiring needs.

innovative network products and qualityservhes. We cany a complete line of local and wide area network products from leading manufacturers including Protean 4/16 MB Token ring, multi protocol routers, and h gh~d super servers.

STD Computer (Vancouver) Inc. 575B

STDComputerisadistiibutorofcomputersystems

as well as parts and peripherals to the dealer and VARWAD market. On displaywillbe the Everdats line of computer systems and monitors in a pp lication based environments. In additkin to Eveidata, STD Computer also manufactures their own computer systems and carries a wide range of peripheral prodIIC'tsIrammonufocturers such as Fujitsu, Hyundai, ond Panasonic.

Commercial Electronics Ltd.

PACIRC RIM COMPUTERd COMMUNICATION SHOW GUIDE IBM compatibles, peripherols, accessoiies, softExpress Micro woie. rentals and networking at good prices with full 570 technical and sevAce support Visit our booth to Expressmicro is piaud to beoneofthe enter our Iree draw for the lASER Pal 286 system. Iostest growing mlciacomputer OEM distnbutors in Canada. We cony a complete line of reliable and affordable mhracomputers, ranging fiam the class@ Conti Computer Systems Xf's to the novel 486 HSA bus. Available also are a 579 Experience the latest in computer presentation full range of marketing and In*ouse technical seruct. See Liteshow II Portable Piasentogon vicesfrom our branch ofAces and warehouses lo. catedIn Richmond, B.C. and Maikham, Ontario. Our anager-capture any computer screen from your PC andMac anddisplay anentire show onyourLCD display at the show wll feature the new Express 386SX 20MHzlaptop and the classy slim @no case panel or monitor without lugging your computer along! Also new: the PC Viewer 5000CX photoand a host of other products. graphh quality LCD panel with 4,913 true colouisi See Conti for all of your presentation hardware and Strachan Computers Ltd. , software needs. 5 77 I 5 7 8 Strochan Computers was established In 1982 and has retail computer stores In North Vancouver, West Vancouver and Coquitlam. The company pravkles

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Commercial HectronicsLtd., established in 1957, provides innovative audio, vkleo, audio visual, and multimedia systems, solutkes, and service of the highest quality to entertain, communicate, educate, train, ond motivate. Commercial is bested at 1335 Buirard Street in Vancouver. Fax: (604) 6691 7. Telephone: (604) 669-5525.

Texcan Cables Ltd. 507B

Texcan Cables Ltd. is a wire ond cable distributor specializing in the supply of wiring systems for the transmission of vohe and data communicatkins, With the emergence of data communications, word processing, elecbanlc olilces and local area networks, Texcan Cables can Il your needs as o onestop source Iarelectronic cableandrslatedinterconnect hardwaie products.

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Datasphere Sales Ltd. 507C

Dataspheie's Total LII'e SupportSystem For Computers oil'ers you the advantage ofo SIngle Souiae for all your Computer Protection needs including: UPS Systems, Hevsted Rooring, Computer Room Air Conditioning. Rie Detection L Suppression; 24 Hour Seivice fram 12 olflces coast to coast; and much mors. Whatever the size of your operation, Datasphero has the "Right Stuff to protect your sensitive equipment.

Westcoast Di9ital/ Westcoast Computers 500

Westcoast Computers ond Westcoast Digital will be displaying the widely acclaimed line of Altima portable computers. Featuring 101-ksy detachable keyboards, 40-105MB hard disks, PC expanshn slots ond the most legible LCD scieens in the indusby. the modsrnoquipped Altimas are designed for those waning desktop power in a portable package. Also on view will be the Algma NSX, a ~und 386 notebook with 2MB RAM. modem, fax ond paperwhite screen.

Unihall Computer Books 509I 570

Unihall is your computer informa5on store. We supply a wide selecgon of updated computer bceks, magazines, software, haidwaie and accessories for

yourcomputer. Comevisitourboothorvisltour store at682 Seymour St.. downtown across Irom TheBay. You will be amazed by the biaad variety of Sties on every topic. We distribute our own hook/~ catokigue and newsletter free of charge. Special orders and mall orders welcome.

Tandy Business Products 571 InterTan Business Products Division is taldng core of business by oxiverbng Tardy Computer Cenbes into Business Branches for today's compeaive vertkol markets. Topnotchspecialists provkle total business soluthns in the areas of educathn. transportation, P.O.S. systemsand the fortun 500 group. This re-alignment of personnel from o retail environnient to vertkal outbound marlosting willbetter service the needs of the business community. InterTan Business Piaducts Division mNkets a vAde range of professional computers and softwaie. They provide access to 72 drop-off service cenbes throughout B.C. for total convenience. Discover the diiference todayl

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To avoid degradation on network perform anceyoushoulddaisy-chain nomore than two devices from one port on a star hub. Proper cabling is very imporlmt Recommended cableis 24-gauge solid copper. Tw~onductor twisted-pair cable is common, but I would recommend three-conductor for new networks as it appears the 10Base-T Twisted Pair Ethernet standard is making inmads. Twisted Pair Ethernet requires the use of four of the wires; the other two can be used for a standard LocalTalk connection. It is important to install cable according to building code specifications. Plenum cable mustrun through theceilings; PVCcablecan . run along the floors, Terrifnatfon of any network topology is crucial to its performance. You will know if a network is not terminated properly when network devices such aslaser printers or file servers appear and disappear under the chooser menu or you get the error message "can'tfindprinter."WhenthePrintcommand is invoked,the signal goes to the printer and continues travelling to the end of the cable; if a terminator is not present to absorb the signal, the signal bounces back down the network causing havoc and chaos in the form of the printer disappearing. Problems such as "system errors" or the system locking up when transfemng files over a network from a file server can also occur because of improper termination. Proper termination avoids this phenomena because the tenninators absorb high-level and low-level signals which actually are varying degrees of voltage. Doing this internallyinthewall jackishighlyrecommended. Macintoshes that have Ethernet transceivers with 10Base-T standard built-in connections or a r e u s ing t h e P h oneNet Starconnector EN, do not require termination because it is built into the transceivers. Machines using Ethernet thinwire or thickwire connectors will require the slandard termination for Ethernet networks. Continued page 2 I

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Unix Market study In Europe LONDON, ENGLAND, DEC 18 (NB)The market for Unix systems in Europe is poised togrow from 2.9billion ecu in 1990to 9.0 billion ecu in 1995, an Ovum study predicted. Over this period the fastestgrowing sector will be large systems costing $200,000 or more. The British study centre, Ovum, said in their study, "Unix In Europe: Commercial Users and Markets," that Germany has the largest market share due to Siemens-Sinix operating system that has 21.7percentofthe market, f 16.1%), France (14.89o) and Italy (11.5%). Applications enabling software, such as databases and supporting developing tools are forecast to grow in Europe from 392 million ecu to 1,273 million ecu between nowand 1995,thestudysaid. Thehorizontal applications software market, induding office automation and general accounting packages are set to climb from 276 million ecu to 1,752 million in the same period. Separating the winners from the I mrs, authors Peck Tan and Peter Quinn said that amongthewinnersonewillcertainlyfindthe users who no longer are locked in to a

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support for diskless workstations, up to 500 log-ins per server and up to 5100 open files per server (DOS limit is 250). An extra-cost featureistheLANtastic Voice Card for voice mail and voice communication over the network. Artisoft also offers a 2 inegabit per so:ond proprietary version, which sells for about 70 percent of the

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Installation of LANtastic is feasible for a confident, careful user who knows how to install adapter cards and open a move jumpersand who has mapped out how the network should be used and how Iesshouldbeorganized. Potentialwrinkles interin the installation process rupt conflicts with other I/O devices and memory address confiicts. Set-up and maintenance of the network, including bufFer sizes, accessprivileges and network resources, is through a menu system, with on-line help and sugge@ons for appropriate parameters for eNcient operation. Another menu system is available for users to review print queues, send and receivee-mail, andtologinoroutofsevers. It shouldberememberedthatnetworksof any type add complexityto the environment in return for the benefits of improved work-group productivity.

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