OpenOffice.org Writer Basic Training Course

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Learning OpenOffice.org Writer Basic is easy with instructor-led Video Training

Many businesses are switching to OpenOffice.org in an effort to reduce costs. The suite contains several applications including Writer, Calc, and Impress. These programs rival MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, except for they are free! If you've recently downloaded OpenOffice.org, you may be wondering what to do next. The next logical step is to figure out how to use Writer, the word processing application in the suite.

An excellent tool exists that allows you to learn how to use Writer at your own pace. The self-paced OpenOffice.org Writer CBT puts you in charge of your learning and lets you study when you want - all from the comfort of your own computer.

First, install the OpenOffice.org training CD onto your PC or laptop computer and begin by watching full motion, instructor-led videos. A certified instructor shows you around the Writer environment and teaches you how to create documents, format text, use styles, use the navigator, create hyperlinks, use mail merge, save files, customize menus, and much more.

Watch these OpenOffice.org Writer training videos as often as you want in order to fully understand the various features available in the software. You can also jump ahead to a topic that interests you. Because you set the pace, you can work through the training without worrying about falling behind or getting bored waiting for others to catch up.

In addition to the high quality videos and instructor-led content, you'll also enjoy the interactivity of the self-paced OpenOffice.org Writer CBT. Computer based training gives you hands-on practice right on your own computer in a simulated Writer environment.

By using the OpenOffice.org Writer training CD, you get the same quality of instruction that traditional courses offer but without the inconvenience of going to school. Simply watch OpenOffice.org Writer training videos and do the interactive assignments. You'll learn by seeing and doing, even if you don't have a copy of Writer on your computer.

The OpenOffice.org Writer training CD is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to begin using Writer as an alternative to Microsoft Word.

OpenOffice.org Writer Basic Training Video CBT Features:
	Training Videos: An instructor introduces each learning module and gives you a preview of the topics that are covered. Instead of relying on reading written introductions, simply click on the video presentations for an interesting, informative summary of the concepts that you will be learning next. You will be learning these topics directly from an expert instructor who really knows the material.
	Hands-On Labs: Interactive hands-on lab scenarios are included for you to practice your skills. In fact, you don't even need the software on your computer in order to receive this hands-on training. Simulations are critical to the learning process. By modeling a real system and letting you perform the same tasks you would perform on the real system, you are reinforcing your knowledge.
	Player Controls: You can navigate freely with the player controls. You can play, pause, rewind, forward, and stop any video topic. The controls are familiar and easy to use. Simply click the control that matches the functions you want. If you are interrupted during your studies, click the pause button so that you won’t miss a single minute of the video training.
	Course Map: Choosing which topic you want to learn is easy with the convenient course map. Advanced users may skip ahead or repeat users can pick up where they left off. The course map allows you to pick and choose the topics that interest you and tailor the learning. You can even use it as a quick launch for reviewing specific topics.
	Search Function: Find the topics you need instantly. Just type in the word that describes your topic and view the search results. Don't waste countless minutes trying to find something you need now. The Search function is fast, accurate, and easy to use. Relevant search results and fast hyperlinks will jump you to your desired topic in a blink of an eye.
	Note Taking: Put away your notebook and pencil. Instead, jot down notes or questions for later reference by using the useful notepad feature. If an idea comes to mind or if you need to remind yourself of something important while studying, click on the notepad directly from the course interface and type out your thoughts without ever having to lift a pencil.
	Bookmarking: Self-paced study is designed to take place over several sessions which makes bookmarking extremely useful. You can exit your training and quickly reference areas of study you wish to revisit later by using bookmarks. If you want to pay special attention to a particular topic, simply use the bookmark feature so that you can spend extra time mastering the concept.
	Print: Do you need a hard copy? Sometimes, it’s just not practical to log on to your computer when you have a quick question or want to review. The print function lets you print out a hard copy for those times when you need to study offline. Anything that you see on the screen can be printed out for future reference.
	Certificate of Completion: Each interactive course comes with a certificate of completion. After you have finished the course, you just type in your name and print. It's that simple. Get recognized of your accomplishments with our courses.
	Multi-User Licensing: The best single and multi-user licensing agreement in the industry. Our licensing agreements accommodate individual students as well as companies with large training requirements. Single user licenses, single PCs licenses, multiple-user (non-concurrent) licenses, and unlimited corporate server site licenses are all available. This level of flexible licensing can’t be beat. No matter what you need, we have a license.

Training Level: Basic

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Platform: Windows Vista / XP / 2000 / 9x / NT
Processor: Pentium 133 Mhz or higher
RAM: 32MB
Hard drive space: 10MB
CD-ROM Drive speed: 24X

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Price: $79.95

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