Presenting Magic Cap

Introduces the capabilities of Magic Cap, General Magic's software for intelligent communications. The author shows how it works and suggests ways to use it, emphasizing Magic Cap's navigation and powerful electronic mail, and explaining how to customize and personalize the communicator.

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The new generation of personal intelligent communicators from leading companies such as Sony and Motorola allow you to communicate electronically with undreamed-of ease. At the heart of these hand-held devices is Magic Cap, General Magic's revolutionary software platform designed by a talented team headed by Bill Atkinson and Andy Hertzfeld, the brains behind Macintosh system software.Presenting Magic Cap introduces the capabilities of this innovative system by stepping through Magic Cap's screens, showing how it works, and suggesting ways to use it. The book describes the power of smart messaging to customize the way you handle electronic mail, a name card file that learns how to keep track of your contacts, a datebook that performs like a faithful assistant, and countless other abilities.Magic Cap has the usefulness and simplicity to attract the total novice, combined with the sophistication and intelligence to enthuse even the most jaded computer professional. Presenting Magic Cap shows how to take full advantage of the hidden power of Magic Cap. 020140740XB04062001