It is now two years since we first reached you and is high time that we take a look at ourselves and find out how true we have been to our promises.
In our first issue itself, we had made the commitment that this quarterly newsletter of the National Informatics Centre would endeavour to cater to all categories of potential Readers. And we have tried to do just that. The emphasis has always been on you and you only. Initially we classified you into two broad categories: those who are familiar with computers and informatics, and those who are not. That the planning of Informatics was based on this classification becomes evident when you consider our presentation. In each and every column, we have first tried to explain the whole concept we present in very simple terms, avoiding computer jargon which could confuse the unfamiliar; and only then have we tried to satiate the computer professionals with detailed technical information. Each column has also been designed to meet this balance. While Around the NIC World gives you only the bare news of the Organization, the Cover Story tries to introduce a new concept and Projects and Products each presents a mix of technical and non-technical reporting. In the Limelight is non-technical to a large extent but also tries to explain certain technical aspects. For six consecutive issues we brought you A Leaf of NICPLAN so that you may appreciate the vision we have of the future. PHOTOTALK was thrown in to reach you through the photographic camera and also to add a bit more of colour.
From your side, we present the Accolades column where you speak of NIC's achievements and shortcomings and let us know exactly where and how we stand.
The intention of this note is not so much to say what we are doing but to convey how we plan the presentation of Informatics. It could be useful only if you participate and let us know of your end of the picture. For only then will we be able to get across to you more meaningfully and aesthetically.