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Show Lakeside Review South, Wednesday, May 11, 1983 5A Best to Research Before Shopping for Computers (Editor's Not! Thii li th wcond in a torio of articlot on homo computer and thoir wook'i ortid doalt with yin. Thu in baiic dirforoncot several computer avail obllin th iaktsidt arta.) Review Correspondent If you are planning to buy a computer, it is important to research three factors before you begin shopping: Know what you want the computer to do for you. Decide how much you can afford to spend. Learn about a so you can select the one which most closely meets your needs. While shopping, analyze the store as well as the computer. Look for knowledgeable sales personnel who can answer questions about the computer and provide future assistance if you have problems understanding how to operate it. Ask about service plans and availability of software. Is a variety of software sold in the store or will you have to order most of it? In comparing four locally sold . tial to run commonly used business languages. Business use also requires more speed so compare the cost and design of disk drives. Disks work more according to Whittier. Gene DuVall, manager of Radio Shack in Roy, says the Radio Shack TRS-8has excellent hardware and software. It is a complete system and easy to run. We also stock a lot of software in the store. The Texas instruments 994A offers highly developed music-souncolor and graphics capability, according to Craig Smith, Salespeople can also describe rapidly than cassettes, but they require a disk drive. 0 By SHELLEY KANCITIS computers basic features personal computers, the Atari Humdinger, Radio Shack TRS-8and Texas Instruments 994A, many similarities are evident. When deciding which one to buy, consider these factors in addition to what you have learned from reading and talking to people. If you plan to buy peripherals, such as a disk drive, compare prices. The base price of the computer is only a drop in the financial bucket next to possible expenditures on peripherals. Ask what type of software the company specializes in and how many titles are available in the category which interests you. Some firms have a reputation for certain types of software. For small business use, a larger memory is important. Be sure the machine has the poten- 400, One note of caution if you buy a computer for business use. Some insurance companies reon quire a special rider homeowner policies to cover theft and damage of computers used at home for business purposes. If education is your primary interest, many experts recommend buying a computer with graphics, color and music-soun- d potential. These features enable programmers to develop a wider variety of creative and software, particularly for children. They also make the computer more fun for young operators. Other considerations are the design of the keyboard and the screen display. It is important to sit down and try out the computer. You may discover one brand is easier to type on or has more versatility in arranging text on the screen. eye-catchi- strengths or weaknesses of different brands. When asked to describe the strengths of the Atari 400, Connie Nance, computer specialist for ZCMI in 0 Layton Hills Mall, said it has a peanut butter and jelly proof keyboard which makes it especially suitable for young children. The Atari 400 has an extensive variety of software and is simple to operate according to Nance. ZCMI also sells the Commodore 64 and Texas Instruments computers. Jay Whittier, owner of Micro Mnemonics, a new computer store in Sunset, sells several brands including the Humdinger. It is a new personal computer made by Venture Micro, Inc. and will be available in Whittier likes the Humdinof its versatility because ger and the reasonable cost of its peripherals. With the addition mid-Ma- of d, manager of Stokes Brothers in the Layton Hills Mall. It also has Texas Instruments LOGO, a programming language veloped for children, Smith. de- said The following chart compares four personal computers available in this area. It is not but includes many feof atures interest to consumers. Program Set in County For Job Seeker Training A Job Seeker training program for those who qualify under CETA guidelines is being offered by the Davis County Office of Employment and Train17. The ing from May three-wee- k program will offer seminars on improving participants chances of finding a job and keeping one. y. 31-Ju- peripherals, it can be expand- ed to a large business system CETA guidelines require applicants with no dependents to have a yearly income under $4,680, married applicants under $6,710 and with four dependents under .$11,380. The daily seminars will last from 8 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday during the three weeks. Certification for eligibility can be assessed Monday through Thursday at the County Courthouse in Farmington. Those interested in setting up an appointment should call Tutors Receive Honors FARMINGTON Fourteen adult tutors in the Chapter 1 (formerly Title 1) program in the Davis County School District today were awarded Certificates of Merit for years of service of from years by 7-- Superintendent Lawrence E. Welling. There are a total of 65 adult tutors who teach remedial readin 15 of the ing in grades Districts elementary schools. Pupils qualify for this program if they score under the 37th per1-- 4 centile in Standardized Reading Tests. through the State Board of Education and is directed in Davis School District by Donna Har-stoThe 14 tutors honored for their long years of service included: Sally Larsen, 10 years; Jean Eans, Shirley Henderson, and Erma Roundy, nine years; Darlene Haynes, Donna Sackett and Carol Lloyd, eight years; n. Gabriele S. Evans, Sherrol James, Glenna Jarvis, Karen Kunz, Shirley Mortensen, Marlene Ogden and Julie Piep, seven years. May 10 to May Effectin' , The program is totally funded by the federal government 16, 1983 Today's Money Rate lUtUUO $1,000 to $5,000 6 Months 10.75 $5,000 to $10,000 May By CAROLE O. COLE Review Correspondent Few animals are capable of commanding the fierce loyalty or vituperative spirit that cats do. Skeptics have only to broach the subject of cats, and both lovers and haters will jump into the fray tooth and claw. But for this week, the cat lovers have the upper hand. May 8 through 14 has been declared Utah Cat Fanciers Week. In keeping with this commemoration, Davis County resi dents have been issued an invitation to attend the Salt Lake City Fanciers All Breed Championship and Household Pet Cat Show on May 14, 1983, at the Salt Palace. Entries of champions, household pets, and kittens have been limited to a total of 200. Judges who hail from the West to the East Coast will be available to declare best of show and other pertinent awards. Cat lovers may assemble at the Salt Palace doors at 9 a.m. THRIFT & LOAN Don Swanson from San Francisco, Calif., and Will Thompson of Ogden are two judges who will be looking at all breeds and household pets. Boris Teron of FREE GIFTS 9:00-5:3- FOR NEW Dally SAVINS ACCOUNTS! Closed Saturday ir family. Passbook MEW HOURS: El Monte, Calif., expert in shor-thaand longhair specialty breeds; Sheila Reyes of Tampa, Fla., who specializes in longhair specialties and household pets; and Ann Kimball of Salt Lake City, shorthair and household pet specialist round out the on Saturday and remain until 5 p.m. Admission will be $2 per adult, $1 per child, and $5 per 10 WESTERN HERITAGE Is Cat Hater's Worst Week 8-- 14 A CflO 1 6 Months 107 North indurti Uwi Guaraffcc C porettonof UUhwhkft ist Main, private corporation and not in of Instrumentality the State of Ulai or the Federal Govern ment Bountiful 298-365- . 3 complement of judges. mssEns ws,,';, Rocky Mountain Music Festival at Kingsbury Youth Incorporated is pre-- ' senting the Third Annual Rocky Mountain Music Festival on Saturday, May 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Kingsbury Hall. Music will be provided by Cow jazz. Their music ranges from bluegrass to country rock. Also Jarman, Kingston, and Wesson will entertain with a toe-tappi- progressive bluegrass-jaz- z combination which has delight listeners for years. This program will be broadcast live by KRCLs Desertair Program. All proceeds from the concert ed will go to programs developed by Second District Juvenile Court to help troubled youth. Donations are $5 and are tax csd fejlJ ta a was deductible. Tickets are available at taste tests, 3 out of 4 dogs preferred New Breed dog food to all dry dog foods! Why? In independent Cosmic Aeroplane, Kingsbury Hall, Waking Owl, and Smokeys Records. f Expires May 20th HER HjEHITNew Breed has LOSE UP TO 20" OF BODY FAT real every chewy chunk I FOES OHOS Do something IN ONE HOUR! wonderful for your dog-a- nd you. Get the best tasting dog food in a bag. Buy $125 IT p Reflexology STAYS OFF one bag, get the next one free. Reduces cellulite and stretch marks. Acupressure into fust juices-cook- ed meat-n- ot . 837 So. 500 W. Sul1 304. 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