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- Advanced Speed Typing uses 8 lessons to teach new users the keys. You will start by learning to memorize the individual keys, then use those keys in words before going on to the next set of keys.
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In the Beginner's Drills Section, transparent, animated hands will guide you from home row to the letter to type. This will help you pick up on the direction and distance of the keys from the home row position.
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After registration, all immediate family members can use Letter Chase and print and save to file charts of their progress. Charts will automatically be saved with the present user name and the date included in the chart title.
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After learning the keys, the Intermediate Section is will help you practice with word combinations. With it you can practice words with commonly used letter combinations (ing, qu, ion, etc.). You can instantly pick the combination you want by clicking a speed button. The file will automatically go to the place you choose. Also, you can practice phrases or simple sentences. The animated hands are still used in the intermediate section in case you forget.
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The Advanced Section allows you to type four lines at time. Your practice will be more realistic and a more accurate WPM score can be calculated.
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The "Letter Chase" section is unique to computer typing tutorials. The letters appear at an adjustable WPM rate of speed. The challenge is to set it slightly faster than you can normally type and then try to catch up. The speed adjuster can adjust to any WPM rate you want regardless of the speed of your computer.
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"Word Sweep" places words on the screen for a limited amount of time (this is adjustable). The purpose is to teach you how to type the most commonly used words in the English language as quickly as possible.
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Speed tests are provided so you can monitor your progress.
- Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000
- 800x600 screen resolution with 16 bit color or higher.
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