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In addition, readers learn how to get an entire library of CP/M utility programs free for the asking.<br>
In addition, readers learn how to get an entire library of CP/M utility programs free for the asking.<br>
(Kugram Mar/Apr 1985)
(Kugram Jan/Feb 1985)
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Perry and McJunkins also give you a complete overview of dBASE II and the
Perry and McJunkins also give you a complete overview of dBASE II and the
commands and routines you need to use it effectively.<br>
commands and routines you need to use it effectively.<br>
(Kugram Mar/Apr 1985)
(Kugram Jan/Feb 1985)
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The Compleat Kaypro

The Compleat Kaypro by Steven Frankel is the first guidebook to the Kaypro computers. It combines "how-to", information with a comprehensive set of software, reviews This book is designed to complement the Kaypro Owners' Manuals by explaining points not adequately covered or which many owners miss.

Much information in the first half of the book is targeted for new owners and comes from his work with local Kaypro users' groups. The major emphasis of the second half of the book is helping the user select additional software. This section contains more than 45 reviews of software for word processing, spelling and word use checking, CP/M enhancements; communications, spreadsheet and statistical analysis, accounting an tax preparation, and file and data base management.

In addition, readers learn how to get an entire library of CP/M utility programs free for the asking.
(Kugram Jan/Feb 1985)

CP/M for the Kaypro with an Introduction to dBASE II

CP/M for the Kaypro with an Introduction to dBASE II by James T. Perry and Robert F. McJunkins introduces newcomers to CP/M system and shows seasoned users the advanced capabilities of computers.

Managing data becomes less intimidating as you become familiar with the commands and utilities available. You'll find examples of actual CP/M sessions and learn what to expect when commands are executed, stopping off at convenient points to try your hand at the keyboard. Careful! Error situations are even built in so that you will learn how to avoid mistakes.

Perry and McJunkins also give you a complete overview of dBASE II and the commands and routines you need to use it effectively.
(Kugram Jan/Feb 1985)