Conference bulova::decw_jan-89_to_nov-90

2139.0. "DECwindows Training - Available Now" by DEMON::COURT () Thu Jan 25 1990 07:23

                FIRST-TIME   USERS   OF  WORKSTATIONS

ATTENTION: New users of RISC/ULTRIX workstations, who are encountering 
using a DECwindows system for the first time, as well as ULTRIX character 
cell users who are new to windowing systems. 

Digital's DECwindows environment provides you with a dynamic way of 
interacting with Digital computers. And the training you need is integrated, 
easy, and available NOW !

This course provides you with a computer-based hands-on introduction to 
working in the DECwindows environment. Instruction covers using the mouse 
device; managing windows; using pull-down menus, scroll bars, and dialog 
box controls; selecting, cutting, and pasting text; accessing HELP; and 
using the DECwindows Session Manager.


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INTRODUCTION TO DECwindows SYSTEMS (RISC/ULTRIX)  Part No. EY-A898E-TK TK50
(Cost to U.S. Digital employees: $75     EY-A898E-MT 1600  1600 bpi magtape

This DECwindows computer-based course, "Introduction to DECwindows Systems"
(*RISC/ULTRIX platform) offers new workstation users (whose previous experience 
may have been limited to using character-cell terminals) a self-paced hands-on
introduction to working in the DECwindows environment. After you have learned 
to use the various features of the DECwindows interface, you will be well 
on your way to learning any DECwindows application.

Upon completing this CBI, you will be able to:

** Use a mouse device

** Manage and manipulate windows

** Use scroll bars to move around within a display

** Make choices from various types of menus (pull-down, pop-up, and submenus)

** Identify and use various dialog box controls, such as pushbuttons, radio 
   buttons, toggle buttons, list boxes, text-entry fields, option menus, and 
   scales

** Select, cut, copy, and paste text and graphics

** Access and navigate DECwindows HELP

** Log into and use the DECwindows Session Manager

** Start other DECwindows applications

The length of this course varies, depending upon the length of time you spend 
with the numerous hands-on exercises and learning games. Typically, you'll
complete it within 2 hours. 

Hardware Requirements:
This course is supported on any RISC system that uses the DECwindows 
graphics interface. These systems include: DECstation 2100, DECstation 3100, 
and DECsystem 5400. The course runs on both monochrome and color systems.
Color support is not required. To install this course, your system must 
have at least 4000 Kbytes of free disk space. Although the course can run 
on a system with 6 MB of memory, the system should have at least 9 MB of 
memory, for good performance.

Software Requirements:
To install and use this course, the ULTRIX-32 Operating System V3.0 (or later) 
and the ULTRIX-32 Worksystem Software (UWS) Version 2.0 (or later) system must 
be installed and running on your system.


                           ORDERING INFORMATION

   This DECwindows self-paced course (and related courses) is also available 
   on the following system platforms (note titles and part numbers):

Introduction to DECwindows Systems - VAX/VMS 
   
    EY-8273E-TK TK50 course
    EY-8273E-MT magtape
    
    Cost to U.S. Digital employees $75.00

Introduction to DECwindows Systems - VAX/ULTRIX
    
    EY-C169E-TK TK50 course
    EY-C169E-MT magtape
    Cost to U.S. Digital employees $75.00
    
Using the ULTRIX User Executive and DECwindows Desktop Applications
    
    VAX Systems
    EY-C170E-TK, -MT
    
    RISC Systems
    EY-A899E-TK, -MT
    
    Cost to U.S. Digital employees $237.50 (for each course)

Introduction to VMS DECwindows: FileView and Its Desktop Applications
    
    EY-A888E-TK, -MT
    Cost to U.S. Digital employees $237.50

    
U.S. Digital employees may order these courses through an internal charge to 
your cost centers.  Address your VMSmail memo to CECV03::MAILPO or your 
ALL-IN-1 memo to MAILPO @BKO. Include your name, badge number, cost center, 
full facility address including mail stop, title, quantity, and part number. 

Overseas employees are encouraged to order books through local Digital
training centers or subsidiaries. A further note to overseas employees: 
internal prices may vary according to country-specific financial guidelines.

* VMS, ULTRIX, and DECwindows are registered trademarks of Digital Equipment 
  Corporation.

  RISC is an acronym for Reduced Instruction Set Computer