Now that the Apple IIc has finally hit the market, a flood of books is beginning to appear.

Beginning with a chapter explaining what computers are, and what they can do, the book then covers the various types and availabilities of software, including prices. The author then covers what you get for your money, with quite a good section on the keyboard, disk, interfaces, documentation and supplied software. A discussion of printers, joysticks, touchpads and mice follows.

An unusual feature of this 116-page book is its comprehensive 3.5 page index. Even if a subject only merits one sentence, it gets a mention.

Considering its size, the book does have an awful lot in it and is probably worth reading before buying a IIc.

Peter Worlock