Introduction

This book is the 'Welcome Guide' for your Master Series computer. It provides

an introduction to the computer for all new owners -- including those who have

never used a computer before.

The book covers the initial setting-up of the system, information on how to

make the computer understand your commands, details of the programs

supplied with the system and appendices covering the facilities of the computer

in some detail. It is not intended as a technical reference manual or a self-study

guide -- users requiring this kind of material should refer to their supplier for

information on current publications.

The first chapter describes how to start using your computer and explains the

layout and use of the keyboard. Subsequent chapters introduce:

-- the 'Welcome' programs (including word processing and other useful

applications;

-- the BBC BASIC language;

the disc storage system;

-- expanding the computer.