Browser Settings

The ACM Professional Knowledge Program uses the frames feature of HTML. If your browser does not recognize this feature you will not be able to use this program. You need to have Netscape 2.0 or higher or MicroSoft Explorer 3.0 or higher.

The PKP requires the use of PDF files. You need to download the Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader software then set your browser for its use. To download this software and set your browser for its use, see instructions for:Windows95 users or Unix users.

The ACM PKP also uses the JavaScript feature of your browser. In the Netscape browser click on the Options menu and then on Network Preferences. Under Languages click on Enable JavaScript. This feature is not essential to your use of the ACM PKP, but an enhancement.

The developers suggest that you set your browser to use a large font size (i.e., 14 point) for reading clarity.


The Subway Map Symbols

Each ACM Professional Knowledge Program is navigated by a subway map. The routes, marked on the map by different colors, represent recommended study paths. The stations along each route are indicated by circles. Double circles indicate a stop on more than one route. Click on any stop on the map to see the material named by that station.


The Subway Map Button

Return to the ACM PKP subway map.



The ACM PKP Home Page Button

Return the ACM PKP Home Page.


The Copyright Button

Display the copyright notice for the ACM Professional Knowledge Program.



The Zoom Buttons

Display the full text of the article.


Return to the editor's overview of the article.

The Search Button

Activate the GLIMPSE search engine for the ACM PKP.

The Mailbox Button

Click on this button to send a comment to the ACM PKP developers.


The Question Mark Buttons

Show study questions on the subject of your current station.

Activate PKP certifier.


The Books Button

Display list of supplementary articles.