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Blackwell Technical Documentation 1995 Edition by A.J. Marlow
The importance of well written documentation is now widely recognised in industry and commerce - no more so than in the information technology industry, where quality documentation can make the difference between commercial success and failure.Technical Documentation is a new book on this vital subject with a structure that takes account of published modern standards and the rise of technical writing courses in further and higher education. The elements that contribute to the generation of effective documentation are considered. These comprise design, word-processing, electronic publishing, graphics and illustration as well as on-line documentation and the provision of updates and revisions.The relevant technological developments are explored, with special care being taken to avoid dependence on current hardware or software and so ensure a lengthy and useful shelf life for this text.The comprehensive coverage offered by Technical Documentation and its descriptions of special techniques make it the key day-to-day reference for anyone involved in the production of technical and user manuals. It also provides the ideal background material for students wishing to develop their skills or pursue a career in technical publications.