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Show Sunday, December All I Want For Christmas THE HERALD, Provo, Utah, 11, 1983 Page a Home Computer - is ily or business finances in order, NEW YORK (NEA) This holiday season a personal computer is on the top of many lists to Santa. In fact, it is predicted that by the end of the 1980s computers will be as common in the home as television sets are now. Buying a computer isn't quite as simple as buying a TV set, yet it isn't as complicated as some people would have you believe. It's true that there are so many brands in so many price ranges that choosing a computer can be mighty confusing. It's also true that people who are already using personal computers tend to talk in computerese and confuse beginners. However, follow a few simple guidelines to get a computer just right for you and your family, First, write down all the things that you'd like to do with your computer. Start by listing the three most important uses: to keep your fam sell a wide range of products both software (the program that makes the computer do the things you want) and hardware (the computer system itself. to entertain you, to be a teacher. Perhaps you need to keep lists.. .the names and addresses of volunteers for your volunteer work. Your computer could do all of these with ease and great efficiency. It can also help you to create charts, write music or letters. List two or three things you want to do and then concentrate on one major use. Second, use the telephone to check the stores near you that sell computers. There are computer stores ranging from variety to the discounter. As a novice, you'll need to find the store that has a knowledgeable staff who will listen to your needs, answer your questions and suggest brands that are best for your uses. In addition, you'll need one that offers a variety of sevice options and training programs. Ask if they Ask if they offer service on site or if the unit has to be shipped back to the manufacturer. You'll find that a computer center store provides all this. Third, plan to spend some time at the store. Tell the salesperson what major use for the computer you have in mind ( remember your list). full-servi- Try out the machine he or she suggests. See if the keyboard feels comfortable to you. Is the monitor (the screen) clear and easy to read? Ask what software is available for the computer and see if it covers all the things you have listed that you want to do with your computer. full-servi- I I I I I I I I 1 JENNIFER HELMES I I I I I I I 'i I I I I DESIGN Gary Jensen 1160 & Co. So. State 225-152- Orem 7 Santa, take note: Home computers are at the top of many people's Christmas list this year. Video Games I .Z ' V vWU . UJ "J -- s V. May Help Kids Computerize -; ,. H . ByG.S. 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