Latest Releases from IDG Books...
(from their November news bulletin)
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Programmers Press Titles
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Unauthorized Windows 95:
A Developer's Guide to Exploring the Foundations of Windows "Chicago"
by Andrew Schulman
(ISBN: 169-8)

The most eagerly awaited of all "Chicago" books, Unauthorized Windows is
the first critical and realistic look at what "Chicago" will mean for
Windows programming. Is Windows 95 revolutionary or evolutionary? What
impact will it have on other operating system vendors, software and system
vendors, users, and developers? What will Microsoft's legal problems mean
to the industry?

Price: $29.99 USA/$39.99 Canada
Level: Advanced
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Unauthorized Windows 95: A Developer's Resource Kit
by Andrew Schulman
(ISBN: 305-4)

Unauthorized Windows is also available with a disk and CD-ROM tailored for
programmers and developers.

The disk and CD-ROM includes:

* Special spy utilities that allow programmers to look inside Windows
* Developer's Resource Kit includes everything you need to program
  with power. You get:
  - Spy Utilities, which allows you to look inside Windows 95 with
    WIN32PSP, MAPFILE, VXDLIST, V86TEST and dozens more.
  - Smash Hits for Programmers, the first try before you buy CD-ROM
    created exclusively for programmers. Test drive more than 70
    popular products from leading companies like Powersoft,
    Micrografx, and Computer Associates.

Price: $39.99 USA/$54.99 Canada
Level: Advanced
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Heavy Metal OLE 2.0 Programming
by Steve Holzner
(ISBN: 301-1)

OLE is a cornerstone Windows programming topic, regardless of the tools
programmers choose to develop applications. With Heavy Metal OLE 2.0
Programming, programmers can learn how to make applications that are
easy-to-use, document-centric, and OLE-aware.

Highlights:

* Review Visual C++, and understand how OLE is encapsulated in the
  Microsoft Foundation Class Library (MFC) that comes with Visual C++
* Learn about power OLE automation that will let users assemble custom
  applications from an assortment of components
* Find techniques on power container programming and power server
  programming

Price: $39.95/$54.95 Canada
Level: Intermediate to Advanced Programmers
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dBASE 5 For Windows Programming For Dummies
by Ted Coombs & Jason Coombs
(ISBN: 215-5)

This book is the easiest way to start programming with dBASE for Windows.
Become an expert in visual programming, object orientation, and event
programming.

dBASE 5 For Windows Programming For Dummies teaches readers how to:

* Build a user interface and control the look and feel of an
  application
* Create and perfect a table, the storage unit for data
* Write Windows programs with events and procedures

Price: $19.99 USA/$26.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Intermediate
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Excel 5 For Windows Power Programming Techniques
by John Walkenbach
(ISBN: 303-8)

Excel 5 is the first application on the market to feature Visual Basic for
Applications, Microsoft's common macro language that's making its way into
most Microsoft Office applications. Mastering VBA in Excel allows
programmers to advance into writing macros for the multitude of other
Microsoft products. Excel 5 For Windows Power Programming Techniques
teaches programmers how to create complete programs that utilize many
different programming features across various applications. Includes a
bonus disk that contains all the codes and examples in the book.

Price: $39.95 USA/$52.95 Canada
Level: Intermediate to Advanced Users
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VCRs & Camcorders For Dummies
by Andy Rathbone & Gordon McComb
(ISBN: 229-5)

For millions of people, a VCR is a easy to use as a toaster. The hardest
part is remembering to return the video to the rental place. And
camcorders are becoming just as common. But press anything other than Play
and it all self-destructs. Why does that light constantly blink? How do
you watch one show while recording another? VCRs & Camcorders For Dummies
has the answers !

Highlights:

* Record one show while watching the other and set that blinking
  VCR clock
* Edit home movies easily like a Hollywood hot shot
* Connect your camcorder, VCR, and TV

Price: $14.99 USA/$20.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Intermediate
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Modems For Dummies, 2nd Edition
by Tina Rathbone
(ISBN: 223-6)

Here's a wealth of information for beginners and vets alike, completely
revised and expanded to cover the latest modem hardware and software -
from what plugs into where to clever tips on cruising on-line services and
the Internet.

Price: $19.99/$26.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Intermediate
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Microsoft Works 3 For Windows For Dummies Quick Reference
by Michael Partington
(ISBN: 959-1)

Get up and running with a comprehensive guide to the features of MS Works,
including tips and shortcuts. Covers version 3 for Windows plus features
that are identical in the DOS and Mac versions.

Price: $9.99 USA/$12.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Advanced
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Macintosh System 7.5 For Dummies Quick Reference
by Stuart J. Stuple
(ISBN: 956-7)

This handy reference gets users of all levels up and running immediately
with Apple's new system 7.5 and is filled with nuts-and-bolts tips on
installation, net working, power-user shortcuts, troubleshooting, and much
more.

Price: $9.99 USA/$12.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Advanced
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Microsoft Works 3 For Windows For Dummies
by David C. Kay
(ISBN: 214-7)

Learn the ins and outs of Works for Windows with this intro to the basics
of word processing, databases, and spreadsheets. Covers version 3 for
Windows, plus features that are identical in DOS and Mac versions.

Price: $19.99 USA/$26.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Intermediate
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ProComm PLUS 2 For Windows For Dummies
by Wallace Wang
(ISBN: 219-8)

This book clearly explains the world's best communications software
package, and covers the features users need to learn right away-covers
version 2.

Price: $19.99 USA/$26.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Intermediate
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Paradox 5 For Windows For Dummies
Dummies Quick Reference
by Scott Palmer
(ISBN: 233-3)

Quick answers are at your fingertips with this pocket-sized quick reference
of Paradox information. Covers version 5.

Price: $9.99 USA/$12.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Advanced
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Mac Book Titles
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Macworld Ultimate Mac CD-ROM
by Jim Heid
(ISBN: 477-8)

This outstanding book/CD bundle offers Macintosh users an exciting
interactive tour of the Mac world with its library of valuable shareware
(over 50 floppies' worth, compiled by the legendary BMUG) and its
interactive multimedia production (over 40 minutes of full-screen digital
video). The CD-ROM also includes the latest full release (version 2.0) of
Apple's QuickTime software.

Highlights include:

* "Handbook Interactive," an interactive multimedia companion to the text
that uses 3D animation, over 40 minutes of original digital video,
QuickTime movies, and digital audio to explain Macintosh concepts

* QuickTime 2.0 and the QuickTime Musical Instruments extension. The full
version of Apple's brand-new QuickTime release, including musical
instruments from Roland Corporation

Price: $19.99 USA/$26.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Advanced
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Macworld Ultimate Mac CD-ROM (boxed set)
by Jim Heid
(ISBN: 479-4)

Boxed version of the Macworld Ultimate Mac CD-ROM.

Price: $19.99 USA/$26.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Advanced
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PC Press Titles
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The Internet
by Paul Hoffman
(ISBN: 461-1)

The Internet is a four color companion to the PBS special, "The Internet
Show," which will be broadcast in late November and early December, 1994.

The Internet will cover not only the territory and subject matter addressed
in the show, but also provides the kind of reference and how-to material
that may be inappropriate for the video/TV forum. Historical and education
insight, plus practical tips on use make this reference the total resource
for Internet addicts and new comers alike. Readers will learn the buzz
words and how to distinguish between the Internet reality and hype.

Price: $24.99 USA/$34.99 Canada
Level: Beginning to Intermediate
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The Internet, Deluxe Edition
by Paul Hoffman
(ISBN: 247-3)

The Internet Deluxe Edition includes 3 disks that feature NetManage
Software. This software provides instant access through a completely
automated Internet sign-up program. This allows the user to select an
Internet provider via an automated guide that dials a host server via a
model software called Instant Internet. The diskettes also include the
following NetManage applications: Electronic Mail, Chameleon Mosaic+
(World Wide Web), Internet News Reader, Gopher Client (information
brower), FTP Client (File Transfer Program), FTP Server, Archie (Internet
search and retrieval), Telnet (terminal emulation), Ping, Finger, Whols
(communications tool), a WinSock compliant TCP/IP stack with dialer
supporting dial-up SLIP, CSLIP, PPP and high speed ISDN Internet
connections.

Price: $39.99 USA
Level: Beginning to Intermediate
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