The Computer Paper Publication
| Editor | Graeme Bennet |
|---|---|
| Categories | Computer magazines |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Circulation | 365,000 |
| First issue | February 1988 |
| Final issue | November 2008 |
| Company | Canada Computer Paper Inc. |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
The Computer Paper (sometimes referred to as TCP, for a time HUB and then HUB-The Computer Paper) was a monthly computer magazine that was published Canada (both in print and online) from February 1988 until November 2008. The magazine was originally published by Canada Computer Paper Inc. It was purchased in 1997 by Hebdo Mag International of Paris, France, and then to Piccolo Publishing Ltd of Toronto in 2003. The publication ended in November 2008 as a result of declining ad revenues.
Overview
The Computer Paper provided reviews, previews of computer hardware and software for home users and information technology professionals. Articles were written by journalists and technology specialists in a wide range of fields. As the computer market changed, the publication was broadened to include coverage of printers, PDAs, digital cameras, video cameras, smart phones, personal music players and other consumer electronics. The Computer Paper also included wire stories from the Newsbytes News Network.
Similar in style to American regional magazines such as Computer Currents, Micro Times and Computer User, The Computer Paper was printed on newsprint on a monthly basis and was entirely advertising supported. At its peak The Computer Paper was distributed from six offices across Canada: Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal with a circulation of 365,000 copies a month in five separate, regional editions.
Regular writers and contributors to The Computer Paper:
- Graeme Bennett (Managing Editor)
- Jeff Evans (Technical Editor)
- Linda Richards
- Keith Schengili-Roberts
- David Tanaka (Associate Editor)
References
- July 2001, For computer industry watchers, Masthead Magazine
- August 15th, 1997, Domain Name Raids, Business in Vancouver
- July 1997, Computer Marketing Vehicles in Canada, IDC Report
- May 1997, Computer Publications go to the mat, Silicon Valley North
- May 1997, Black Papers Targeted, Georgia Straight Weekly
- April 2, 1997, Technology's OK, but what about the stress?, Lethbridge Herald
- November 13, 1994 Exploring Online Mags, Vancouver Province Newspaper
- June 1994, A journey of spirit and circulation, Globe and Mail
- October 1993, Letters to the Editor, Boardwatch Magazine
- March 15th, 1991, 40 under 40, Business in Vancouver