Never used Word for Windows before? No time for classes? "Teach Yourself Word for Windows" is a self-paced tutorial on the word processing software program for IBM PCs and compatibles. Using Osborne's learning approach, the author packs his step-by-step newcomer's guide with patient instructions, illustrations, exercises and skill-checks to get the reader started. The format should allow the user to create letters, reports and documents of all kinds and gain a steady foothold in each topic at a comfortable pace. The "Teach Yourself" series uses the following formula to ensure a reader's comprehension: chapter objectives which highlight topics to be covered in each chapter; concrete examples of concepts; exercises based on real-life programming situations; keyword lists in every chapter; and mastery-skills check to ensure a reader's comprehension before moving on.