The Discover series is a quick guide to learning a new technology or topic. It is targeted to people who are new computer users, or individuals who are generally familiar with basic computer concepts, but who are new to a particular technology or software application product. Serious beginners should learn various ways to use Microsoft's improved Office in this text. It contains information on Word 97, Excel 97, PowerPoint 97 and Outlook - Microsoft's new information manager. It also explores the Internet capabilities in each Office 97 application.