The Brady Guide to CD-ROMHelps you understand and evaluate CD-ROM's vast potential for your business or library. Thorough and practical, the book gives you an overview of CDs and how they are being extended into new and diversified uses. You'll also find a straightforward, objective examination of cost, advanced hardware "how-to" tips, software development considerations, database preparation for pre-mastering, and how to begin, install, and run your own CD-ROM project. |
Contents
An Overview of Optical Storage | 3 |
The Steps in Producing a CDROM Application 227 | 27 |
The Technology You Need to Know | 59 |
Copyright | |
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