A cool and powerful guide covering the basics of sound production on a computer. Whether you're into music, post-production, or multimedia, this CD-ROM will give you the background to talk the talk and walk the walk in the world of desktop audio. Put together the system that's right for you You'll begin by outlining your goals as the authors help you state your mission. Next you're ready for comprehensive explanation and categorization of the different types of software and hardware configurations and their applications. You're not done yet Cover sound, computers and operating systems from the audio perspective, MIDI, digital audio, D.A.W.s, plug-ins, synchronization, system set-up and upkeep, and even studio furniture