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Peer reviewedAuten, Anne – English Journal, 1982
Suggests practical measures for evaluating computer hardware. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science, Equipment Standards, Microcomputers
Creative Computing, 1981
This section indexes a list of the products reviewed by "Creative Computing" over the last several years. Listed are: (1) product and manufacturer; (2) type of review; (3) volume, issue number, and page; and (4) information as to whether the back issue containing the information is available. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computers, Consumer Education, Evaluation
Doll, David M. – Creative Computing, 1981
This article and chart compare 12 computers starting at $200 to $1500. The addresses of the 11 manufacturers are provided along with basic information on each machine. (MP)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Science, Computers, Consumer Economics
Staples, Betsy – Creative Computing, 1981
Presented are some guidelines for making intelligent selections when buying computers. The intended primary use of the equipment is seen as the primary point to consider when planning the purchase. Other important points to consider and possible sources of relevant information are noted. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computers, Consumer Economics, Consumer Education
Roman, Thomas M. – School Business Affairs, 1980
A guideline to aid business officials who are contemplating or engaged in computerization. (Author)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science, Cost Effectiveness, Data Processing
Even-Tov, Sheila – American School and University, 1981
An overview of how computers are being used in school management explains how computers function, offers guidelines for purchasing, and contains an annotated bibliography of resource information on small computers. (MLF)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Computer Science, Educational Administration, Elementary Secondary Education
Download full textHecht, Herbert – 1982
This publication provides guidance for the introduction of computer software tools within agencies of the United States government or within other installations where there has been little or no prior use of software tools. From a survey of current tool usage, it is concluded that the greatest obstacles to effective use of software tools are…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Programs, Computer Science, Guidelines
Demmon-Berger, Debbie; Hill, T. Susan – Updating School Board Policies, 1985
School systems, by and large, are hesitating in integrating new technology into the educational process. The new technology includes computers, telecommunications, electronic blackboards, interactive video for simulations, editing devices, and the new optical storage disk, the CD/ROM. Many believe the new technology can help to address such…
Descriptors: Board of Education Policy, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science, Educational Trends
School Library Journal, 1984
This 5-article section provides an annotated bibliography of 39 books about computer technology; describes peripheral equipment essential for building computer systems; suggests an approach to software evaluation and selection; describes the implementation of a computer program for elementary/secondary students and teachers; and reviews 34…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Software
