At last, a sensible, beginner-focused solution to learning Microsoft Office XP applications at a price people can afford.

Teaching You Office XP beginners edition covers all the basics in a single course.

It is clear and concise, with enough information to make users keen to try things for themselves.

The software loads automatically. It is constructed in modules, with each application covered as a separate stage so users can concentrate on those they really need rather than having to learn things that will not be of use to them.

The sensible course outline starts at a basic level working through to more advanced information. Lessons are straightforward and provide the information needed but users need to practice hard to achieve maximum benefit from them.

Each part of the course contains a useful "points to remember" section which provides handy hints and tips to help you get the most from each Office XP programme.

The functioning of the package is excellent, with plenty of audio clips to talk you through the difficult bits. Training graphics are more than adequate but the interface is a little stodgy from a design point of view.

The content more than makes up for the lack of visual stimulation.

This title offers a sensible no frills approach to training that should achieve results, even for those who thought they would never learn to love computing. Superb value for money.

Price: £9.99.

Contact: 01889 570156.

Feel good factor: 9 out of 10.