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Rice, James – American Libraries, 1987
Describes the advantages of the development of open systems, i.e., a configuration which combines software and hardware from separate vendors into a single system, as a means of increasing the possible applications of library automation. (CLB)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Networks, Electronic Equipment, Library Automation
Johnson, David R.; And Others – 1989
Compiled by various members of the higher educational community together with risk managers, computer center managers, and computer industry experts, this report recommends establishing policies on an institutional level to protect colleges and universities from computer viruses and the accompanying liability. Various aspects of the topic are…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, College Faculty, Colleges, Computer Networks
Roberts, Michael M. – EDUCOM Bulletin, 1988
This article is adapted from the introduction to EDUCOM's forthcoming book, Campus Networking Strategies, which includes 10 case study chapters detailing academic experiences with computer networking. Topics discussed in the introduction include network issues for management, networking economics, engineering and telecommunications issues, and…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Administration
Ferencz, Susan K. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1997
Considers how civil law might treat claims of defamation arising from computer newsgroup postings. Concludes that newsgroup postings will probably be treated as a hybrid of print and broadcast media, and that newsgroup users will vigorously and aggressively protect freedoms of speech and press. While traditional defenses to defamation charges will…
Descriptors: Civil Law, Computer Networks, Conflict Resolution, Freedom of Speech
Shalvoy, Mary Lee – Electronic Learning, 1987
This description of workstations, i.e., multipurpose computers expected to become one of the dominant forms of computing in higher education, focuses on computer vendors and market considerations. Highlights include hardware requirements, cost factors, the relationship of vendors and educators, software development problems, and possible future…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Corporate Support, Costs

Buckland, Michael K.; Lynch, Clifford A. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1987
Describes the Linked Systems Protocol, a draft national standard for bibliographic information retrieval aimed at developing an extended protocol for the movement of bibliographic information from one system to another, and its implications for library automation, the individual librarian, and the library user. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Bibliographic Utilities, Cataloging, Computer Networks

Dougherty, Richard M., Ed.; And Others – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 1987
The first of two articles describes changes in computer technologies and user needs which affect the role of bibliographic utilities and discusses the need for cooperation between libraries and computing professionals. The second article discusses underlying strategies of library collection management in terms of quantitative and intuitive…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Networks, Library Automation, Library Collection Development
Bernbom, Gerald – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1997
Discusses issues in institution-wide information networking, focusing on two major forces in research and education institutions: the network as an information and technology platform, and as organizational structure. Looks at how the organization uses information and coordinates activities and allocates resources so information use creates value…
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Agency Role, College Administration, Computer Networks
Robinson, Robert J. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1991
Reasons why institutions of higher education might choose to acquire computer services from off-campus suppliers are identified and include the difficulty of maintaining a qualified technical systems group. The importance of careful management oversight from contract bidding to ongoing performance monitoring is stressed. (DB)
Descriptors: College Administration, Colleges, Computer Centers, Computer Networks
Yuochunas, Nancy – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1995
As higher education institutions plan for the future, common agreement to build open distributed computing environments (DCE) using common standards such as those of the Open Software Foundation can help exploit new application design approaches that promote application sharing, a more efficient way of meeting upcoming challenges. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, College Planning, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs
Plice, Samuel – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1995
Reasons for adopting Open Software Foundation (OSF) standards for distributed computing environments (DCE) within colleges and universities are examined. Adoption would promote interoperability across heterogeneous systems within and between institutions, aid in transition to client/server computing, and facilitate sharing and leveraging across…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Planning, Computer Networks, Computer Software
Ernst, David J.; Segall, Peter – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1995
Limited financial resources of colleges and universities make it more important than ever to develop a coordinated, institution-wide process to link academic priorities and expenditures with the technological infrastructure necessary to support objectives. Trade-offs must be made across the institution rather than simply within the traditional…
Descriptors: Budgeting, College Administration, College Planning, Computer Networks
CAUSE/EFFECT, 1999
Discusses some emerging issues for information resources and use in higher education, including challenges in advanced networking; distributed-information technology (IT); authentication, authorization, and access management; distance learning; intellectual property in a networked environment; and campus-business continuity planning. Funding,…
Descriptors: Access to Information, College Administration, College Planning, Computer Networks

Thomas, Charles R. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1995
Advances in computing hardware and software, voice and electronic communications, electronic mail, and the information highway will affect the work environment for institutional researchers. In addition, as teaching, learning, and administrative processes are reengineered, the traditional analytical skills of these professionals will be useful in…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Planning, Computer Networks, Computers
Hassler, Ardoth A. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1998
Reports on a options and issues discussion at a December 1997 Orlando (Florida) meeting of CAUSE97 on providing access to campus technology resources. Options discussed included departmentally and/or university-owned modems, third-party provider contracts, and using wireless access. Issues included providing authentication, assuring network…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Communications, Computer Networks, Decision Making
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