Evaluation Technological features The software was first tested on a Pentium II 450MHz with 64 MB RAM running Windows 98. The package included an insert containing the license agreement and registration and brief installation instructions. Installation was simple on both platforms. The program installed quickly and performed flawlessly as described in the help menus. Technologically, EuroTalk is a well-designed program.
Students simply insert the CD-ROM in the appropriate drive and the main menu comes up.
Navigation among the different parts of the program is easy and quick. Obviously speed will depend on the user's machine. Instead of a detailed manual, the program provides help buttons on all screens. Most sections and icons are self-explanatory and students should have no difficulty navigating the program and completing the various activities. World Talk activities focus on listening comprehension, pronunciation, and vocabulary acquisition.