Technical Communication in the Age of the Internet

Focusing on what to do, rather than on the theory of why is should be done,Technical Communication in the Age of the Internetexplores common on-the-job writing and speaking requirements. Formerly titledTechnical Communication: The Practical Craft,this fourth edition recognizes the ways in which electronic communication is revolutionizing how we connect with another. At a time when instantaneous global communication is a daily event for millions, the need to be clear, concise, and complete is greater than ever as a loosely conceived, poorly expressed, and hastily sent message can now more quickly spread confusion, consternation, and conflict among more recipients in more places. Using a clear, simple,modular format,the authors ofTechnical Communication in the Age of the Internet, Fourth Edition,focus on specific writing/communication situations to: discussthe value of using specific formats to communicate in a professional environment structureeach writing/communication task into a series of choices leading to the most effective format for preventing information explainhow to plan and execute a particular assignment providean example or two to model A powerful learn-by-doing approach coupled with this modular format makesTechnical Communication in the Age of the Interneta valuable learning resource and an indispensable desktop reference.Roze, Maris is the author of 'Technical Communication in the Age of the Internet', published 2001 under ISBN 9780130205742 and ISBN 0130205745.