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Record 1 2004-06-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Computer Programs and Programming
  • Office Automation
DEF

[a] software designed to develop the user’s awareness.

CONT

But is it possible to improve on the mental processes that go into the creative thought writing represents? Some people say it is a theory that has prompted the development of an emerging genre of software called idea processors. There are several packages available for micros and minis that improve writing efficiency, cut down on brain drain, improve research capability and help harness the incredible energy of brainstorms.

CONT

Mindware is microcomputer-based software that extends and enhances a user’s thought processes. Fine mindware products are reviewed: Living Videotext’s Thinktank, Softpath System’s Brainstormer, Fastware’s Thor, Idea Ware, The Idea Processor and Maxthink’s Maxthink.

CONT

Thought organisers are word processing packages that allow a user to enter information into the computer in the way he/she might write notes on an index card. Key words are then used to sort this into logical sequence.

Key term(s)
  • mindware system

French

Domaine(s)
  • Programmes et programmation (Informatique)
  • Bureautique

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Programas y programación (Informática)
  • Ofimática
DEF

Programática de aplicación de las computadoras (ordenadores) personales que permite al usuario organizar sus pensamientos en forma de esquema, modificando, ampliando, condensando y reorganizando los diversos asuntos según sea necesario.

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Record 2 2003-06-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Law of Estates (common law)
CONT

The execution of a Will refers to the signing of the document. The execution involves a special kind of ceremony which must be strictly adhered to. If you do not carefully follow the formal requirements of execution, all or your meticulously drafted directions may go down the drain.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Droit successoral (common law)
OBS

«exécution d'un testament» : Cette notion réfère à la tâche de l'exécuteur testamentaire qui doit veiller à la réalisation des dernières volontés du testateur et n'a aucun rapport avec la signature du testament.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Derecho hereditario (common law)
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