    It is that time of the year when we look for the perfect gift. Yes,
    Christmas is gaining on us quickly. Below is a list of programs,
    utilities, and games that should please those on your shopping list.


    Office Accelerator 2.1 -- An excellent add-on to your word
    processor. Create labels, envelopes, fax, letters, and more. See
    article for SPECIAL CTM OFFER. From BaseLine Data Systems, Inc.

    Microsoft Publisher 2.0. - The latest release of Publisher is
    simpler to use, and has many new and enhanced features. It will
    create painless newsletters, flyers, brochures, and just about
    anything else. MS has also released a Special Occasions Design Pack
    that is sold separately. The CD-ROM version of MS Publisher 2.0
    includes the Design Pack, and has a special introductory SRP of $139
    until December 31, 1993.

    Colorado Backup for Windows. -- This comes from the people who have
    brought you quality tape backup units for years. The Windows version
    is a snap to use.

    Norton Backup v2.2 for DOS or Windows. These are two separate
    packages. It should be the leader in backup software. This version
    now supports high speed controllers by Colorado and Iomega. It was
    the only thing lacking in a great program. Very flexible, and easy
    to use. Does NOT support SCSI devices.

    Norton Utilities v7.0. Everyone should have a solid utility package.
    This is IT!

    PrintShop Deluxe v1.2 for DOS or Windows. A leader for years. Create
    banners, letterhead, greeting cards, etc. Version 1.2 allows you to
    import graphics. From Broderbund.

    Microsoft Encarta. A CD-ROM encyclopedia that should be in
    everyone's library. The 1994 Edition is being released, and carries
    a special introductory price of $99 until December 31, 1993.

    CorelDRAW! v4.0 for Windows. The program by which all others are
    measured. Version 4.0 has enhanced features, and added more fonts
    and graphics. A complete graphics program that will do it ALL!

    San Diego Zoo Presents...The Animals. This CD-ROM is a well-planned
    tour through the world famous San Diego Zoo. Learn about the
    animals, as well as the workings of the zoo. Go behind the scenes
    for up close and personal looks at the people. From The Software
    Toolworks.

    Golden Retriever. A Windows document manager that helps users to
    create, store, organize, track and search for documents and files.
    Breaks the 8-character file names with user-friendly file names up
    to 256 characters long. SRP $99. From Above Software.

    WinSleuth Gold Plus. New edition analysis, diagnostic software that
    helps users install, configure and troubleshoot hardware and
    software running under Windows. Simplifies installation of
    multimedia boards, CD-ROM drives, fax/modems, scanners, networking
    and other adapters with library of data files that provide accurate
    DMA, IRQ and port requirements for specific devices, ensuring proper
    installation with just a point and click. SRP $189. From Dariana
    Software.

    CursorPower for OS/2 and Windows. CursorPower Special Edition for
    WordPerfect for Windows. Enables user to redesign and resize the
    arrow, I-beam, hourglass and other cursors that come standard with
    OS/2 and Windows. This is the only cursor toolkit that includes
    versions for both OS/2 and Windows on one disk. The special edition
    also enables users to enlarge hard-to-find text insertion caret in
    WordPerfect for Windows documents.  Each package carries a SRP of
    $49.95. From North Shore Systems, Inc.

    The Presidents: It All Started With George. An excellent CD-ROM for
    the whole family. The CD contains audio and video clips. Lets you
    trace the history of the electoral process, and contains information
    and stills, in addition to the above, on all the Presidents and
    their families. From National Geographic Society.


                             *** GAMES ***
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    Microsoft Arcade for Windows. Relive the 'oldies but goodies' from
    the arcade of yore. Games like: Missile Command, Asteroids,
    Centipede, and others will keep you entertained for hours. Sound
    card support for added realism.

    Microsoft Flight Simulator 5.0. This is the best release yet. You
    have your own instructor, who will assist you, or land the plane for
    you. Improved sound and graphics make this a hit.

    Indiana Jones: The Fate of Atlantis. The CD-ROM version, with its
    added sounds and more, far surpasses the disk based version. A CD
    must for adventure game addicts. From Lucas Arts.

    Scrabble Deluxe for Windows or Monopoly Deluxe for Windows. Either
    of these with full sound support, will please aficionados of these
    games. From Virgin Games.

    The Seventh Guest. A dual CD-ROM based adventure. This is a very
    challenging game. Most of the game is devoted to solving puzzles, as
    you try to unravel the mystery. Sound effects, ghosts, and other
    special effects will keep you on the edge of your seat. From Virgin
    Games.

    From SIERRA ONLINE:

    King's Quest VI CD-ROM. Upgrade offer for owners of previous
    versions of KQ.

    Space Quest V: The Next Mutation.

    Police Quest 4: Open Season.

    Gabriel Knight: The Sins of the Father.

    Outpost. Double-speed CD-ROM suggested. VESA compliant video card.


    From Coktel Vision (part of Sierra family):

    The Prophecy.

    Inca Multimedia CD-ROM

    Inca 2 (coming soon)

    Lost In Time. Full motion video, free motion in 3D.


    From Sierra Discovery Series:

    Mixed-Up Mother Goose CD-ROM. Ages 3 and up.

    Mixed-Up Fairy Tales. Ages 7 and up.

    EcoQuest: The Search for Cetus (CD-ROM). Ages 12 and up.

    Lost Secret of the RainForest (Sequel to EcoQuest). 10 and up.

    Japanese Alive!. First Multimedia program that teaches Japanese.
