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Nickerson, Gord – Computers in Libraries, 1991
Explains File Transfer Protocol (FTP), an application software program that allows a user to transfer files from one computer to another. The benefit of the rapid operating speed of FTP is discussed, the use of FTP on microcomputers, minicomputers, and workstations is described, and FTP problems are considered. (four references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, File Transfer Protocol, Information Transfer
Nickerson, Gord – Computers in Libraries, 1992
Continues a description of the Usenet computer network that began in the previous issue. The effective use of Usenet is discussed, including how to screen out unwanted information, the most helpful newsgroups to access, and setting up news reader software. Ideas for library outreach services via Usenet are also suggested. (LRW)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Electronic Mail