Reports from the Ergonomic Frontiers: Europe Holds Course

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At the 1983 Hanover Fair, the world's largest industrial exhibition, 436 products received the 'Good Industrial Design' award. This award serves as a stimulus for superior design. Among the criteria for earning the award are functioning, safety features, durability, ease and convenience of operation, and high-quality design. Nixdorf Computer AG, West Germany, is researching all areas of the workstation including the video screen presentation, keyboard design, and desk layout.

Research, Technology, Ergonomics, Design, Europe, Exhibits, Criteria, Achievements and Awards, Nixdorf Computer AG

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1983 is Emerging as the 'Year of the Executive Computer.'

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Previously, office automation has provided its greatest benefits to clerical-secretarial personnel. Now, managers and professionals will find personal computers helpful in supporting their executive thinking and decision-making process. Recognizing this new market, equipment manufacturers are designing 'user-friendly' computers and software packages. Soon the personal computer will be used on a regular basis.

Office automation, Personal Computers, Executive, User-Friendliness

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Surviving The Surfeit Of Software

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With the introduction of common operating systems, there has been a great proliferation of software. Users can select appropriate programs by wisely following selection guidelines and directories. The article discusses factors the user should consider before making software purchases. A buyer's guide to software sources is provided. Also, criteria for choosing software for business applications are discussed.

Software industry, Software, Minicomputers, Directories, Catalogs, Software Packages, Minicomputer, Software Selection, Product selection, Computer Software Industry

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