The Small Computer Company Announces Data Base Manager for NCR Tower

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The Small Computer Company has announced a data base management system (DBMS) for NCR's Tower. The DBMS, called filePro NCR, enables a novice to design a system for virtually any application, from a simple customer list to a full accounting system. An electronic file system can be generated within an hour. The system is menu-driven and uses plain English commands. FilePro NCR also features conditional processing, error-checking, and can handle inventory control or any other business function in which price fluctuations are a factor. The package requires 512K bytes of memory, a hard disk drive, and a terminal. It costs $995. A photograph of the Tower is included.

DBMS software, DBMS, New Product, product announcement, Software Packages, User-Friendliness, filePro NCR

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The DP Manager - Reach Out and Touch an Idea

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In today's dynamic market, a DP manager has a responsibility to keep abreast of new product offerings. One's knowledge can be expanded in four ways. Reading is one way. At least one general computer magazine or newspaper-format periodical should be included in one's library. Technical literature is another source of material. A second way to gain knowledge is by joining a users group. A third way is by attending computer shows. The fourth way is by attending conventions.

Trade shows, User groups, column, Products, Job Responsibility, Trade Show, Conferences, Publications, User Group

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The DP Manager

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The design of a program depends upon the interaction between the data entry personnel, programmers and end users. Each group contains experience or knowledge that creates a usable or workable program. This can result in the design of a program that meets the users' current needs and contains the flexibility to change with future needs.

Design, End users, User Need, Programming, Cooperation, Adaptability

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