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Woodbeck, Dean – Currents, 1995
As a college alumni organization designs a World Wide Web site for communication, it should consider why it is creating the site; features that will appeal to its audience; the effort it will take to keep information timely; adding to the site's value by offering useful, interesting information not available anywhere else; and touring other sites…
Descriptors: Alumni, Audience Awareness, College Administration, Computer Networks
Updegrove, Daniel A.; And Others – EDUCOM Review, 1990
Describes what electronic mail is, how it works, and suggests how it can be used by university administrators. National and international academic networks are described, institutional costs of network memberships are discussed, and procedures for connecting to a network and for using a network are explained. (13 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Administrators, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Costs
Fisher, Mark A. – Currents, 1995
Several ways in which colleges and universities without direct access to the Internet can make use of its services are offered, including establishing an account with a commercial vendor, using inexpensive local providers, and connecting through nearby campuses. (MSE)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Costs, Higher Education
Hassler, Ardoth; Neuman, Michael – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1996
Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing remote access to campus computer networks and the Internet, focusing on improved service, cost-sharing, partnerships with vendors, supported protocols, bandwidth, scope of access, implementation, support, network security, and pricing. Includes a checklist for a request for proposals on…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Networks, Higher Education, Internet
Stoner, Michael – Currents, 1995
Increasing use of computer networks such as the World Wide Web makes it necessary for colleges and universities to formulate policies concerning institution-related postings. This involves designing institutional pages that are well-formulated, accurate, and in compliance with state and federal laws, and establishing policy that allows for some…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Compliance (Legal), Computer Networks, Creativity
McIntyre, Jim – Business Officer, 1995
The general structure and systems of the Internet and the National Association of College and University Business Officers' NACUBO Net are described, and the potential usefulness of their services to college and university business officials is examined. Some resources specific to higher education are highlighted. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Electronic Mail
Neff, Raymond K.; Haigh, Peter J. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1992
This article describes the development at Case Western Reserve University of an all-fiber optic communications network linking 7,300 outlets (faculty offices, student residences, classrooms, libraries, and laboratories) with computer data, television, audio, facsimile, and image information services. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computers, Higher Education, Information Networks
Freeman, Grey; York, Jerry – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1991
This article discusses the emergence of the client/server paradigm for the delivery of computer applications, its emergence in response to the proliferation of microcomputers and local area networks, the applicability of the model in academic institutions, and its implications for college campus information technology organizations. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Delivery Systems, Higher Education, Information Management
Chatman, Steve – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1993
A project to implement an integrated data system at the four-campus University of Missouri is described. Analytical processing is discussed as it relates to executive decision-making support. It is noted that understanding of specific institutional circumstances and timely delivery of supporting information are critical to system effectiveness.…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Networks, Data Processing, Decision Making
Sheehan, Mark – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1998
In response to concerns about the cost of keeping up with individual desktop computing technology, several new solutions have emerged. Referred to as "thin clients," or network-centric computers, they include two types of desktop device: the network computer and the Windows terminal. Purchase cost, life span, support costs, and overall total cost…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Networks, Cost Effectiveness, Costs

Lippincott, Joan K. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1999
Describes a project of the Coalition for Networked Information, founded in 1990 to advance scholarship interest in the networked-computer environment. The project coordinated work of seven higher education institutions in conducting assessments of their campus networks. Topics discussed include the networking climate on campuses, why assessment is…
Descriptors: College Planning, Computer Networks, Higher Education, Information Technology
McCredie, Jack; Updegrove, Dan – Cause/Effect, 1999
Offers 20 practical guidelines for colleges and universities embarking on large-scale administrative software initiatives or enterprise resource planning systems. Guidelines are based on the extensive experience of the authors and a series of panel discussions at 1999 professional meetings. (DB)
Descriptors: Change Strategies, College Administration, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs
Ryan, Ellen – Currents, 1995
Strategies used by five schools, colleges, and university libraries to thank major donors personally and sincerely are described, including a photo album of the gift's results, active donor participation in planning the facility donated, presenting a crystal etching of the building funded, posting of recognition on the World Wide Web, and a…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Buildings, Computer Networks, Donors
White, Gail S.; Gaston, Bennett – Currents, 1995
Tips are offered to college alumni directors and campus computer experts for communicating with each other regarding the institution's World Wide Web page. They concern making needs and capabilities clear and understanding the role of the other professional. (MSE)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Alumni Associations, Computer Networks, Higher Education
Moberg, Thomas – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1999
Offers advice to administrators and faculty in small colleges on planning, building, and managing campus computer networks. Also included are observations about the network as a strategic asset, funding and staffing issues, and planning for unexpected results. (Author/MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, College Planning, Computer Networks, Financial Support