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DEMO: OS/2 (R) Warp 4 World Tour (Multimedia CDROM)
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (James Schmidt)
Thu Jul 10 06:27:14 1997
To: os2ann.DISCUSS@bloom-picayune.MIT.EDU
Date: 09 Jul 1997 23:04:00 -0400
From: schmidtj@mcs.net (James Schmidt)
Reply-To: schmidtj@mcs.net (James Schmidt)
Reply-to: schmidtj@mcs.net (James Schmidt)
Source: IBM Announcement
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Product Announcement Number 297248
Announced on July 8, 1997
At a Glance
o Multimedia computer-based demonstration and overview of OS/2 Warp
4 features and functions. Topics include:
- Basic architectural features, including multimedia support
- Connectivity with the World Wide Web
- VoiceType (R) for OS/2 Warp 4
- Advanced assistance facilities and online documentation
- Bonus Pak applications
Overview
OS/2 (R) Warp 4 World Tour
In this multimedia CD-ROM, Chip Ramsey, a fictitious British rock star,
welcomes you to his mansion in Austin, Texas. Chip and his tour manager,
Roxanne Rolls, tell you all about OS/2 Warp 4 in this richly colorful,
fun-to-use package. This self-paced training includes an overview of OS/2
Warp 4, the BonusPak, and the Application Sampler; reference material for OS/2
Warp 4; and review, quotes, and awards information on OS/2 Warp. A
self-running linear demonstration of OS/2 Warp 4 is also included. But best
of all, this CD-ROM contains a tour of OS/2 Warp 4 with detailed information,
scenarios, simulations, and demonstrations.
Intended Customers
Anyone who wants information about the features and functions contained in
OS/2 Warp 4
Key Prerequisites
An IBM-compatible PC with:
o 486DX 66MHz, or higher, microprocessor
o 4X CD-ROM drive
o Sound card
o OS/2 Warp 3, Windows (R) 3.x, or Windows 95
Planned Availability DateZ: July 11, 1997
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This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional
information, contact your IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU, or visit the
IBM home page at: http://www.ibm.com.
DESCRIPTION
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OS/2 Warp 4 World Tour (5639-C89)
Course Contents: OS/2 Warp 4 Demonstration
o WarpCenter
o Assistance Center
o OS/2 Warp 4 -- The Best Choice
o IBM Works
o Connecting with OS/2 Warp 4 VoiceType
Reference Material
o Basics
- The Desktop
- Programs
- Objects
- Customizing
- Multimedia
o Connecting
- Connections
- File Transfer Protocol
- World Wide Web
- File & Print Client
- Mobile Office Services
o VoiceType for OS/2 Warp
- Basics
- Navigation
- Dictation
- Enrollment
o Getting Help
- Accessing a Readme File
- Using F1 Help
- Using Warpguide
- Using an Online Book
- Frequently Asked Questions
OS/2 Warp Awards
o Customer Testimonials
Overview of Key Features
o Connectivity
o VoiceType for OS/2 Warp 4
o Competitive Summary
o Stability
o Ease of Use
o Compatibility
o Productivity
Overview of Bonus Pack Applications
Year 2000
This product does not have date dependencies and is therefore Year
2000 Ready.
Trademarks
OS/2 and VoiceType are registered trademarks of International Business
Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other
company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks
of others.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Specified Operating Environment
Hardware Requirements: An IBM-compatible PC with:
o 486DX at 66MHz, or higher (Pentium (R) recommended) microprocessor
o Minimum of 12MB RAM
o Microsoft (R)-compatible mouse
o Minimum 4X CD-ROM drive
o VGA, or higher, graphics capability
Software Requirements
o Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT (TM) 4.0, or OS/2 (R) Warp
WIN-OS/2
Planning Information
Packaging: Each course program package contains:
o CD-ROM media
o IBM International Program License Agreement
o Proof of Entitlement
Security, Auditability, and Control
The customer is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of
security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in
application systems and communication facilities.
ORDERING INFORMATION
Program Name
OS/2 Warp 4 World Tour: To order this product, specify feature number 9001
for asset registration, the program type-model number, the one-time charge
(OTC) feature number, the media feature number, and the quantity.
OTC Medium
Program Feature Feature
Description Number Number Number Medium
Program package 5639-C89 4001 5899 CD-ROM
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Licensing: IBM International Program License Agreement. Proofs of
Entitlement (PoE) are required for all authorized use.
Limited Warranty: No
Program Services: None
Guarantee: 30-day, money-back guarantee for program packages
Volume Orders: No
Variable Charges Apply: No
Educational Allowance Available: Yes, to qualified educational institution
customers.
CHARGES
The charges provided in this announcement are suggested retail prices for the
U.S. only and are provided for your information only. Dealer prices may vary,
and prices may also vary by country. Prices are subject to change without
notice. For additional information and current prices, contact your local IBM
representative.
Program Feature
Description number Number Charges
OS/2 Warp 4
World Tour
(Single Learner) 5639-C89 4001 $50
Trademarks
OS/2 is a registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation in the United States or other countries or both.
Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows NT is a
trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft is a registered trademark
of Microsoft Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may
be trademarks or service marks of others.
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