Introduction to Personal Computers

United States, 1988

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Episode of Series “Videologic Computer Training Series”.
Aimed at the novice who wants to get started in the world of personal computers. Learn about the origin of the PC, the components that make up a computer system and how it can be used in the home or the office. This video offers a clear understanding of the hows and whys of the computer revolution. A reference booklet comes with the video.

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Credits

producer

Videologic

Duration

00:33:00:00

Production places
United States
Production dates
1988

Appears in

Videologic Computer Training Series

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Videologic Computer Training Series

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Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

324270

Language

English

Subject categories

Mathematics, Science & Technology → Computers

Short films

Short films → Short films - United States

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Colour

Holdings

VHS; Access Print (Section 1)

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