Internet Technology and Intellectual Property  

This article outlines the complex legal environment surrounding the Internet, copyright law, and intellectual property.

Le Vie, Donald S., Jr. . Intercom (2000). Articles>Technology>Intellectual Property

Interviewing for Performance  

The author discusses how managers can best prepare for an interview to ensure that the perfect candidate for the job is selected. The article also includes charts that can be used to assess a candidateï¿ï¿ï¿s performance in key areas such as tool skill level, knowledge of online help, and analytical ability.

Bailey, Elizabeth. Intercom (2006). Careers>Management>Interviewing

An Introduction to Extensible Stylesheet Language  

Introduces the three technologies that comprise the Extensible Stylesheet Language (XSL) family of specifications as defined by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).

Hodge, Drew W. Intercom (2004). Articles>Information Design>XML>XSL

An Introduction to Illustration Software  

Follas describes the differences between various types of graphic editing software.

Follas, Brian J. Intercom (2001). Design>Graphic Design>Software

Introduction to Interaction Design  

This column explores trends in Web design, describes techniques, and offers advice on how to design successful and valuable Web sites.

Leonard-Wilkinson, Theresa A. Intercom (2003). Articles>Web Design>Interactive

Introduction to PowerPoint  

Discusses how to prepare a PowerPoint slide show.

Nielan, Cate. Intercom (2001). Design>Software>Presentations>Microsoft PowerPoint

Introduction to Single Source, Part 1  

In the first of a two-part article, Butland examines the arguments for and against single sourcing, a method of producing documentation for several media from a single source. He also discusses the differences between manuals and help, and offers suggestions on how to conduct single source projects involving these media.

Butland, Philip. Intercom (2001). Articles>Content Management>Single Sourcing

Introduction to Single Source, Part 2  

In the second installment of a two-part article, Butland discusses obstacles to single sourcing and how to overcome them. Part 1, which explored the advantages of single sourcing and discussed the differences between manuals and help, was published in the February 2001 issue of Intercom.

Butland, Philip. Intercom (2001). Articles>Content Management>Single Sourcing

Is a Game Always Just a Game?  

Smith presents a hypothetical dilemma in which a technical writer discovers that a product she's documenting falls short of the extravagant claims published in her company's marketing materials.

Smith, Charlsye J. Intercom (2002). Articles>Workplace>Ethics

Is Distance Education for You?  

Cooke discusses the benefits and drawbacks of distance education.

Cooke, Lynne. Intercom (2000). Articles>Education>Online

Is "Intercultural" Communication a Moot Point?  

Good writing is good writing in any language, and focusing on the quality of the writing in your own language is a great start to any communication with people from other cultures.

Hart, Geoffrey J.S. Intercom (2007). Articles>Writing>Communication>International

Is the Independent Life for You?  

Frick lists thirteen questions for people who want to know if they have the personality to succeed at self-employment.

Frick, Elizabeth A. 'Betsy'. Intercom (2001). Careers>Freelance

Is Your Documentation Translation-Ready?  

Describes several ways technical communicators can prepare their documentation for translation.

Potsus, Whitney Beth and Kaarina Kvaavik. Intercom (2001). Articles>Language>Localization

Is Your Multimedia Script "Listenable"?  

Recommends improving multimedia scripts by limiting the use of acronyms, passives, and abstractions.

Cohen, Gerald. Intercom (2000). Design>Multimedia>Writing

January 15, 2002, through April 15, 2002  

This report covers specifications, standards, and amendments received from January 15, 2002, through April15, 2002.

Bach, Claudia. Intercom (2002). Articles>History>TC

Job Hunting After Thirty-Five  

Identifies several ways older technical communicators can protect themselves from age discrimination when searching for a new job.

Carliner, Saul. Intercom (2002). Careers>Interviewing>Discrimination>Elderly

Job Hunting in an Economic Downturn  

Offers tips for technical writers looking for work in a lean economy.

Thomstatter, John H. Intercom (2002). Careers>Interviewing

July 1, 2000, through August 31, 2,000  

This report covers specifications, standards, and amendments received from July 1, 2000, through August 31, 2000.

Bach, Claudia. Intercom (2000). Articles>History>TC

July 15, 2001 through October 15, 2001  

This report covers specifications, standards, and amendments received from July 15, 2001, through October 15, 2001.

Bach, Claudia. Intercom (2002). Articles>History>TC

Just Say No to SEO Spam  

Describes several disreputable search engine optimization practices for Web designers to avoid.

Wilkinson, Theresa A. Intercom (2004). Design>Web Design>Search>Search Engine Optimization

Just the FAQs  

Offers advice on creating effective FAQ documents.

Hart, Geoffrey J.S. Intercom (2004). Articles>Documentation>Technical Writing>FAQ

"Just-in-Time" Documentation  

Discusses innovative ways to provide notations in electronic documents using Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and HTML. These methods include inserting text and voice comments, and displaying short messages.

Linderman, R. Ivan . Intercom (2000). Articles>Editing>Online

Keeping Your Microsoft Word Documents Healthy  

My documents keep crashing in Microsoft Word. What can I do?

Alroy, Faye. Intercom (2004). Articles>Word Processing>Software>Microsoft Word

Keyboard Shortcuts and Other Tricks  

This column focuses on using a computer to increase the effectiveness (both the productivity and the quality) of editing manuscripts, with an emphasis on tools and techniques rather than issues of grammar and usage.

Hart, Geoffrey J.S. Intercom (2003). Articles>Editing>Online

Know Before You Go  

The author discusses considerations in deciding whether to work abroad or not. Outlines possible goals and objectives as well as contract and visa issues.

Sala, David P. Intercom (2006). Careers>TC>International