The Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical Publicatio

Microsoft Press, Microsoft Corporation

ISBN 10: 1556159390 / ISBN 13: 9781556159398

Published by Microsoft Press, 1995

Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # P03A-02244

Synopsis:

Everyone who writes about computing needs this book, from technical writers to journalists to marketers. This authoritative reference is now fully updated and extended to cover the latest advances in computing, including important Microsoft technologies, publishing on the Web, Internet topics and terms, and more. And of course, it offers all the hard-to-find facts and easy-to-use features that have established it as the standard in its field.

Organized alphabetically for easy lookup, this book is a gold mine of information, including:

- Correct and consistent usage of terminology, with an emphasis on technical computer terms, punctuation, grammar, design and interface elements, and more

- Clear practical advice on good writing practices -- everything from using verbs effectively to maintaining the right voice for a chosen audience

- Words commonly misspelled in technical documents

- Terms to avoid

- How to recognize jargon

- How and when to use abbreviations and acronyms

All this makes the "Microsoft Manual Of Style For Technical Publications, Second Edition", required reading for writers, editors, and anyone else who needs to put it correctly, clearly, and cogently.

Synopsis: Originally created for in-house use by Microsoft, the manual provides technical writers and editors with a style standard for technical documentation, including: use of terminology; conventions, procedure, and design treatments; and punctuation and grammar usage. The guide is arranged in alphabetical order with three appendices that specifically de

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical ...
Publisher: Microsoft Press
Publication Date: 1995
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good