Binding - 12/30/99
From ring binders to case binding for hard cover books -- when paperclips won't do to put your pages together.

Countdown 2000 - 12/28/99
Calendar templates and calendar building software.

Business Card Design - 12/22/99
A DHTML interactive designer (experimental), layout critiques, design tips.

Envelopes/Tags - 12/15/99
Templates for 2 oversized gift tags (Christmas) and for a 4.5x6 envelope (just right for many homemade cards).

Ad Layouts - 12/09/99
Five steps to an effective ad design.

Software - 11/29/99
Five types of software needed for desktop publishing.

Prepress Tasks - 11/24/99
Traditional vs. Digital -- what's the difference?

Using Small Caps - 11/19/99
Set type like a pro using these smaller size capital letters.

Do you need a Web site? - 11/09/99
Pros and cons to help you decide if your desktop publishing business needs a Web site.

Books by Roger C. Parker - 11/02/99
I believe every beginning desktop publisher can benefit from his books.

Conferences & Seminars - 10/27/99
Pointers to help ensure you "get your money's worth" plus links to several major DTP learning opportunities.

Enter & Win! - 10/05/99
New contests and sweepstakes for computers, peripherals, and software for desktop publishers.

Current Version & Upgrades - 09/15/99
What is the latest version of your software? Check for interim updates and upgrade deals.

Thumbnails - 08/25/99
Don't skip this important step in the design process.

Lessons - 07/22/99
Index to lessons in learning/teaching desktop publishing by creating a greeting card in Microsoft Publisher 98.

Troubleshooting - 07/14/99
When your computer won't come on, when programs crash, when your printer won't print. Pointers for PC and Mac users.

Leaders - 07/05/99
Use dot leaders in an index, list, or table of contents.

Bold Type - 06/28/99
Create contrast and add emphasis.

Accent Marks - 06/21/99
Learn how to use diacriticals in your text.

DTP Word Power - 06/15/99
Criss-cross puzzle of DTP terms plus tips for dressing up plain puzzles.

Size Matters - 06/01/99
Deciphering metrics, points, picas, and standard paper sizes.

Perfect Publications - 05/17/99
4 steps to better desktop documents for beginners, intermediate, and advanced users.

Lorem ipsum dolor - 05/11/99
Download placeholder and copyfitting text files for your desktop projects.

DTP with da Vinci - 05/06/99
Mona Lisa and mirror writing give a touch of the Renaissance to your desktop projects.

DTP under Linux - 04/21/99
Yes, you can do (some) desktop publishing under the Linux OS.

Hieroglyphics - 04/13/99
Use Egyptian Hieroglyphic fonts for clip art and as decorative elements.

4th of July - 04/08/99
Get started now on invitations, decorations, and other project ideas.

OCR Software - 04/06/99
Mac and Windows programs for turning images into editable text.

Where are they now? - 03/31/99
Discontinued, orphaned, repackaged software -- finding support or information about "lost" programs.

Cost of Color - 03/28/99
Per page costs for color inkjet vs. color laser printers.

Publishing Power - 03/16/99
Adobe takes on Microsoft and Quark with products aimed at professionals and business users.

Name Your DTP Business - 03/01/99
Tips and advice on choosing and registering your business name.

Enter and Win! - 02/22/99
Win computers, tools, software, and more with contests, sweepstakes, and freebies.

Computer Crafts - 01/20/99
The Color Printer Idea Book review and computer craft ideas.

The Big Picture - 01/04/99
Upgrading or adding a second monitor.

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