I happen to use Microsoft FrontPage to create my
websites, but all of the products have similar features along with their
own pros and cons. You
can often download a trial version from their website and see what might
be best for you.
Some of the hosting services like www.tripod.com
offer free tools to help you create your pages without buying additional
software. This may work to get you started but eventually you may
want to buy a website creation program that has more features.
- Convert your materials
You can retype your text into your web pages, or you
can use a scanner to convert your text and pictures. Scanners
range from $100-200. I use an HP flatbed scanner.
To convert audio tapes, you'll need some kind of sound
card in your computer. The new ones often come with sound cards,
but you can buy products like a Sound Blaster sound card for $50-100.
These cards usually come with audio software to convert your tapes into
digital files.
To convert video tapes or capture live video from a
camcorder, you'll need a video capture card, which cost in the $50-150
range. I use an Osprey 100 video capture card.
You can buy any of these products from a local
computer store, or I've had good luck shopping for prices on the
Internet at places like www.bestbuy.com
or www.microwarehouse.com.
Let me conclude with a few comments on the next page
and then you'll be done with this course!
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