If you are looking for a self-paced software program to help you or your student study for the GED (General Education Diploma) test, Merit's GED Prep Software may be just the thing for you.

Description
The home version of the GED Prep Software contains programs for all sections of the GED test: mathematics, social studies, language arts (reading, critical thinking, and writing), and science.

The software is really targeted at the self-directed, self-motivated learner; which will work great if you or your student are focused and intent on completing these studies on your own. Lessons are self-paced and all sessions are interactive. Students receive immediate feedback from the system regarding their performance and are able to track their progress using the software's record management system.

System Requirements
If you have an older Mac, one that can't run Windows software, you'll have to look elsewhere for a study program. This software is Windows based (works with Win98/Me/NT/2000/2003/XP). But, it is easy to load, and is very user friendly.

Merit's programs won't tax your system. Memory requirements per program included in the home bundle range from 5M to 8M; or 150M if all programs are installed.

Screens are designed to be viewed at a minimum of 600 x 800 pixels.

Cost and Licensing
The software isn't cheap. The home version retails at about $259. And license provisions only allow for installation on a single computer (though the record keeping system allows for two student users).

Ordering Information
If you are interested in Merit's GED Prep Software, you can download trial versions of the 2006 home bundle at no cost.

To order the full pack, visit Merit Software online.

Until next time!

Lynn Byrne

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