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The Link Magazine. May 1997
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Computers Don't Bite Putting the personal

This is the name of a week long public information campaign to be
run by the BBC between 18 and 24 May. Aimed at the 13 million into computers
people, aged mainly between 25 and 45, who claim to be baffled and
bemused by computers, the campaign will raise awareness of the
increasing dependency of society on information technology. Whether you're looking for simplicity of use or
The campaign will consist of BBC Executive Producer Mike powerful performance, the Apple Macintosh is
a wide range of specially made Flood-Page said the campaign will
programmes about computers and be a good for those who are not the best choice - at a price you can afford
technology, including the start of a confident about technology.
6 part beginner's guide to comput- "There are magazines and special- Hand Technologies is
ers and a documentary on the ist television and radio pro- committed to making
Internet grammes for the IT experts, but it easier to understand
. 'hands on' sessions in shopping very little for people who know computers by giving
centres around the country, includ- they want to learn about comput-
ing Swindon's Brunel Centre ers, yet don't know where to start. you the chance to discuss
• try out sessions in pubs (at the "We want to help the people your needs with an
Deers Leap in Penhill, Swindon) who feel they are being left behind experienced user and
• a hot line for people who want by giving them the confidence to also letting you try one
to know more about computers. take the first steps.
in your home or workplace
- without the pressures of
Capturing the faces of Swindon buying through a store. Hand
A major photography display takes place in the Brunel shopping Here's what you' get if you decide to buy: TECHNOLOGIES
centre between 9 and 14 June, and the organisers want the people of Comparable prices
the town to provide the content.
• 30 day exchange/money back guarantee
Each participant will be asked to • Self-portrait: photos of the pho- • Free initial training
submit a role of film of 24 photo- tographers, their loved ones, their
graphs in three main categories homes, or whatever shows their • Free user telephone support
• A day in the life on Friday 16 true identity. • Free on-site service for 1 year
May: photos to be taken at two No experience is necessary. The • Free Internet software The
hour intervals - eating, working, project is open to individuals, • Free Internet access for 30 days computer
watching TV, etc. schools and community groups. and
• My favourite things: items which To find out more, call Faridah C&t dwe he o 6eUr Wag to eo,ijaet wit t/a ñtiir' people
give an insight into the hopes and Camyab at Swindon Media Arts Call Roger Ogle on (01793) 872282 people
aspirations of Swindonians. on 463224.
to find out more

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