Introducing HPCC

HPCC is a voluntary, independent body run by and for users of Hewlett Packard Handheld and Portable Computers. The club is devoted to helping members get the most from their HP equipment and to further the exchange of information and ideas. HPCC is not supported by Hewlett Packard or any other commercial organisation; its activities are funded and undertaken by its members.

Why a User's Group

Computer owners' manuals are always a compromise between providing the basic information needed by a new user and the often esoteric details needed by a computer wizard. To back this up, most often manufacturers have technical support offices. Hewlett Packard is one of the better companies in this respect. No matter how large and prestigious a company is though, the resources available for helping users are finite, and some users are left to fend for themselves. Consequently, many users of HP Handheld calculators and computers waste much time and suffer considerable frustration while rediscovering tricks already known to other users.

Recognising that this problem existed in the United Kingdom, a group of dedicated HP users formed a User's Club in 1982, following a formula already successfully used in the USA. Originally known as PPC-UK, in the style of the american Personal Programming Club - PPC, we are now known as HPCC.

What can HPCC do for me?

Membership of HPCC is not a subscription to a computing magazine but rather a participation in a voluntary, member-organised club. The Club depends on members participating in the process of sharing knowledge and skills with other members and thus learning from others.

With your participation, HPCC can provide:

Datafile, a magazine to exchange ideas, tips, routines and programs and provide articles researched by users for users. Datafile is published about six times a year. The journal contains articles written by club members and other authors from around the world.
Opportunities to meet fellow users with similar interests at local and national meetings and conferences.
Information on new HP and third party products such as custom programs and peripherals, together with reviews and supplier evaluations written by users without commercial bias.
Information on equipment modifications, internal workings of equipment and ways to work around system bugs.
Access to technical assistance from those who understand the users' point of view.
Opportunities to participate in the production and purchase of special limited edition books.
Discount on calculator equipment.
Members' Pack containing full details of all members names, interests and other important club information.

So if you own or are considering purchasing a Hewlett Packard handheld calculator then perhaps HPCC might just be the answer to your needs. Do consider becoming a member - you will be assured of a very warm welcome.

How to join

To join, fill in the membership form and send it to us by email, post or fax. More details are on the form. Payment can be made by cheque, cash (in the UK) or PayPal.

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