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Computer Video Products

by Don Collins
Welcome to the world of digital video. Peruse our eight Buyer's Guides for details on everything from turnkey systems to editing software.

A Quick Guide to Camcorder Formats

by Larry Lemm
Digital8 and Mini DV, 8mm and Hi8, VHS and S-VHS? A quick guide to camcorder formats.

Departments

In Box

by Charles Fulton

Book and Tape Reviews

by Randall Redmond
  • Creating PC Video
  • Boris Basics
  • Corporate Media Production

New Gear

by Tony Kilcollins
  • Adobe Premiere 6.0
  • Canopus DVStorm
  • Bogen Gitzo Explorer Series Tripods
  • Pinnacle Studio Action
  • Maxtor 1394 External Storage
  • LaCie PocketDrive
  • MedioStream CAMpeg RT

Your Tips

by Bruce Coykendall

Zoom In

by Tony Kilcollins
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March 2001
Table of Contents

Columns

Viewfinder: A New Use for WebCams

by Matthew York
A New Use for WebCams

Home Video Hints: Ready or Not!

by Jim Stinson
Camcorder users, like good Scouts, should always be prepared.

The Web: Little Screen, Big Opportunities, Part II

by Carolyn Miller
The Web may be your ticket to the big time. Explore the opportunities that wait for you on the Web.

Video Out: The Low-down on Download-and-play

by John Davis
The "old-fashioned" way may still be the best way for Internet video distribution.

Take 5: Five Tips for Streaming Video

by Randall Redmond
Five Tips for Streaming Video

It's All in the Approach: Creative Approaches for Video Productions

by Jim Stinson
There are a variety of ways to format your videos. Documentary, interview, expert presenter and full script are some options to consider for your next production.

Computer Editing: The Language of Editing

by Mark Bosko
Learn the language of editing and edit like the pros.

Sound Advice: Sounding it Out(doors)

by Arthur Aiello
Helpful solutions to common outdoor audio problems.

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