http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/FX010857941033.aspx (Microsoft's web site)
Publisher is a powerful desktop publishing program you can use to create a wide assortment of documents, such as business cards and restaurant menus. There are hundreds of pre-designed templates you can use as the basis for professional-looking projects. All you have to do is add your own custom touches. Basic Graphic Design elements will be introduced along with Publisher fundamentals.
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