THE FUTURE IS NOW WITH THE BYTE GUIDE TO CD-ROM

Berkeley, CA, February 14, 1994 -- After years of talk about the next wave
of technology, the future has finally arrived. Sales of CD-ROM drives,
multimedia software, and other associated products are booming as people
scramble to stay up-to-date and learn how to put this new technology to
work for them. To support their efforts, Osborne/McGraw-Hill has published
The BYTE Guide to CDROM by Michael Nadeau.

The first book to be released under a co-publishing agreement between
Osborne and BYTE magazine, The BYTE Guide to CD-ROM draws on BYTE's
significant knowledge of the CDROM market to provide insights and
information not available elsewhere. Targeted towards all users of CD-ROM
technology, The BYTE Guide to CD-ROM is actually four books in one: an
installation guide, a standards guide, a buyer's guide, and a
troubleshooting guide. "As happens with all new technology, a great many
misconceptions abound about CD-ROMs and their use on computers," asserts
Nadeau. "After reading this book, people will understand CD-ROM technology
and be able to put it to use quickly and productively."

The BYTE Guide to CD-ROM starts by covering the basics of CD-ROMs--what
they are, how they are structured, and how CD-ROM drives work. Nadeau then
discusses standards, compatibility, front ends, and hardware features
including to how to install, maintain, and troubleshoot CD-ROMs on
computers and networks. Because multimedia is spurring the growth of this
market, CD-ROM publishing and home and business applications are also
addressed at length. Finally, Nadeau explores the future of CD-ROMs in
such areas as edutainment and magazines.

In addition, The BYTE Guide to CD-ROM is an idea book that comes packaged
with CD-ROM disc that contains an outstanding selection of multimedia
software, special sound effects, and reaty-to-use clip art so readers can
put their new knowledge to use immediately.

Structured with independent chapters, so that readers can either read the
book straight through or look up topics they need and browse through the
other material at their leisure, The BYTE Guide to CD-ROM is ideal for
people considering a CD-ROM purchase and for experienced users wanting to
explore the full scope of CD-ROM technology. Why let the future be a shock
when The BYTE Guide to CD-ROM makes it so easy to be part of the 21st
century?

The BYTE Guide to CD-ROM is soft cover, 400 pages, and illustrated
throughout. It comes with one CD-ROM disc containing multimedia software,
special sound effects, and a library of clip art. Suggested retail price:
$39.95. ISBN: 0-07-881982-2. For orders only, phone 1 (800) 227-0900,
Monday through Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM Pacific Time.

Michael Nadeau has been a computer magazine editor for 12 years. He is the
former editor-in-chief of both 80 Micro, for users of Tandy TRS-80
computers, and HOT CoCo, for users of Tandy Color Computers He is
currently BYTE magazine's senior editor/State of the Art and Features.
responsible for coverage of technology and trends. He has written numerous
reviews and articles aimed at both the enthusiast and the business user.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill is a leading publisher of quality microcomputer books
that include tutorials, references, and user guides written for people at
all levels of computer ability. Osborne books are available in bookstores
and computer stores everywhere.

Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2600 Tenth St, Berkeley, CA 94710
510-549-6600,  Fax: 510-549-6603,   orders: 800-227-0900

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