Sound advice

Article Abstract:

Computer presentations are using more audio now that it is becoming cheaper and easier to use, but presenters must choose more than one of various product to do all of the tasks required. Macs are equipped with basic hardware for processing audio but PCs require additional hardware and software. Sound processing first requires a means of getting the sound to the computer, such as a microphone for live sound, a CD-ROM drive for premastered sound or Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) devices. CD-ROM adds high-quality sound in manageable sized files. MIDI is complex and is not recommended except for musicians or very patient users. Designers also need presentation software that is able to control the types of sound input they are using. The easiest way to add sound is to use prerecorded sound clips. After adding sound it should be edited by using a sound editor. Hardware and software recommendations for Macs and PCs are included.

Usage, Software, Buyers Guide, Directories, Sound processing, Hardware Selection, Presentations, Software Selection, Product selection, Tutorial

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The newsletter variations

Article Abstract:

Five professional designers redesign the Washington News and Editorial newsletter. Three designers used PageMaker; one used Ready Set Go 4; one used Xpress. The designs incorporate the elements of a simple page layout, a definitive logo, clean masthead, and variations in column width and type size and faces.

Design, technical

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Financial advice with a friendly face for this retirement newsletter

Article Abstract:

A retirement newsletter, The Preston Report, is criticized and made over. The makeover is illustrated with a 'Before' and an 'After.' The newsletter's tone is emphasized with a new typeface; flashy graphics lend a sense of immediacy to the newsletter's information. Changes made are documented and explained.

Desktop publishing software, column, DTP Software

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