Last summer, we invited the leading manufacturers of linear editing systems to talk about the future of their industry. On July 18, 1997, they met at the Videomaker Expo and here is the report of their incisive discussion.

Is your slow editing computer a nightmare? Take heart, 10 years ago this system was top of the line and very expensive. The owners were very proud to have such a fast system.

We sent our crack team of secret shoppers out into the camcorder amrketplace. You may be surprised by what they found. Here we share their investigative findings to help you avoid shopping disaster.

Weather happens! If you follow our tips for shielding your precious equipment from the elements, you'll be able to shoot just about anywhere.

Consumer video connoisseurs choose the Hi8 format for its sharp image quality, portability and high-quality audio. Check out our buyer's guide to 17 current Hi8 camcorder models.

Find out what separates a bad on-camera presentation from a masterful one. With a little practice, you'll be on your way to shooting viewer-pleasing videos.

If you care about making tapes that people want to watch -- you could use a treatment. Learn how this useful tool can work for you in every stage of production.

Find any article, column, or product review in this complete guide to the 1997 issues.