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Scigliano, John A. – American School and University, 1986
Local Area Networks (LAN) provide a way to share computer resources. Technical terms and concepts of LAN are explained. Identifies some LAN systems, their characteristics, and costs. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Costs, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Hungate, Eugene W. – School Business Affairs, 1986
The distributed data processing system at an Indiana school district can be expanded without causing degradation in response time. Microcomputers are used for daily data entries, and to initiate data inquiries to the mainframe and to communicate with each other. (MLF)
Descriptors: Bids, Computer Oriented Programs, Data Processing, Elementary Secondary Education

Crawford, Chase W. – NASSP Bulletin, 1985
This article, the third in a series, provides a list of criteria to be used in evaluating administrative software. Some general guidelines are provided, followed by 30 questions that should be asked concerning documentation, input, processing, output, and other areas. (DCS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Evaluation Criteria, Management Information Systems, Microcomputers
Maynard, Michael M. – School Business Affairs, 1986
Developed by the Sperry Corporation, MAPPER is an interactive report processing system that uses simple English-language commands. The system is used by departments at the State University of New York at Albany to access institutional data. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Database Management Systems, Higher Education
Jagel, Robin – Executive Educator, 1985
Evaluates the use of computerized cash registers in school lunch programs. They provide accurate records on food items sold (listing them by categories), can save time, and may perform many other sophisticated functions that improve efficiency and accountability. (MD)
Descriptors: Bookkeeping, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Electronic Equipment
Campbell, Sally; Hughes, K. Scott – Business Officer, 1985
Six steps in creating a master plan for the institutional computing system include: describing a mission for computing technology, establishing program objectives, matching the technology to the objectives, prioritizing alternative approaches, developing alternative approaches, and selecting the preferred approach. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Data Processing, Higher Education
Meyers, Judith – American School and University, 1984
Computer networks meet the needs for instructional programs, management information systems, and library media services in many schools and universities. In most cases, existing telephone lines can be used; however, dedicated lines should be considered if use is likely to be extensive. Planning for network growth is essential. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Arrington, Daniel V. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1992
Document imaging, a technology that transforms printed text, figures, and pictures into computer-accessible forms, may be offered as a solution to document management problems involving space and personnel. Administrators and planners should understand relevant issues, considerations, difficulties, and options. Examples are drawn from the…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Departments, Higher Education
Practitioner, 1983
A newsletter addresses the issues school administrators should consider in planning and implementing the use of microcomputers in their schools. Described are ways in which microcomputers will change management, the variety of ways computers can be used in educational administration, classroom activities using computer-based instruction, criteria…
Descriptors: Budgeting, Computer Oriented Programs, Inservice Education, Microcomputers
Brown, Dennis; Neugebauer, Roger – Child Care Information Exchange, 1986
Microcomputer software for use in managing child care centers is described in this shopping guide. Software for working with words, numbers, records, and money is recommended along with four utility programs that can be of value to a child care director. (BB)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Day Care Centers, Early Childhood Education
Miles, Charles H. – School Business Affairs, 1985
Energy management systems are designed to monitor and control energy consumption. A variety of these systems is described. (MLF)
Descriptors: Climate Control, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Electronic Control
Pannell, Dorothy V. – School Business Affairs, 1991
Describes selecting and installing a computerized point of sale for a district food service program; the equipment needed and preferred; and the training of trainers, managers, and cashiers. Also discusses the direct benefits and side benefits of the system. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer System Design, Cost Effectiveness, Food Service
Freddolino, Donna – Currents, 1993
Technology can assist in recordkeeping that enhances college alumni fund raising. Colleges can contract with commercial vendors who use databases to update address and telephone number records. Keeping track of even small donors can be an effective fund-raising strategy. (MSE)
Descriptors: Alumni, Computer Oriented Programs, Fund Raising, Higher Education
Webb, Wendy – Currents, 1998
Techniques for enhancing a computer-based presentation are outlined, including selection of an appropriate laptop computer, considerations in choosing presentation software, and factors in selection and use of a liquid crystal display (LCD) projector. Information is given on five currently available presentation programs. (MSE)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computers

Pond-Brevik, Margaret – CEFP Journal, 1987
An Ontario school board found the factors necessary for the establishment of an effective decentralized energy management program to be training, a program of reinforcement, and the development of an overall attitude that encourages involvement. (MLF)
Descriptors: Automation, Building Operation, Centralization, Computer Oriented Programs