Astronomer's Computer Companion
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Author(s): J. Foust and R. Lafon
Publisher: No Starch Press
ISBN: 1 886411 22 0
Format: softback + CD-ROM
474pp
Price: $39.95
Review Date: 23 May 2000
Review: This is a complete introduction to modern astronomy, and a guide to the best software and Internet resources for astronomers. It brings the latest information about the Sun, Moon and the planets, as well as other celestial bodies and discusses what software to use to track their movement; how to keep a log of your sightings, how to make star charts and how to calculate the correct exposure for astronomical photography. The book also covers how to access high-powered remote telescopes via the Internet and where to find the latest news or images. The CD-ROM contains an extensive collection of astronomy-related software - both freeware and shareware - as well as astronomical images, movie files, and a PDF version of the entire book.