Basic Typing, Part I: Methods
194430m360p
A training documentary about typing in the war office for The U.S. Navy.
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MN 1512a Navy // Demonstrates correct posture for typing; proper fingering of the keys; use of the shift key, back spacer, tabulator, carriage return lever, etc.; and differences between manual and electric typewriters. Plus a short history of the typewriter.
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