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Peer reviewedJaffe, Lee David; Watkins, Steven G. – CD-ROM Professional, 1992
Presents selection and design considerations to help libraries make informed decisions about hardware configurations of CD-ROM systems. Highlights include CD-ROM configurations, including single drive workstations, daisychains, and jukeboxes; network configurations, including remote access; microcomputer features; CD-ROM drive selection; and…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Cost Effectiveness
O'Connor, Mary Ann – Document Image Automation, 1991
Describes document image management systems that are used for optical storage to facilitate information retrieval. Document image management applications are described, considerations in evaluating system features and functions are presented, and criteria for evaluating vendors of document image management systems are suggested. (two references)…
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Computer System Design, Database Management Systems, Evaluation Criteria
Peer reviewedBarker, Philip; Manji, Karim – Educational and Training Technology International, 1991
Discussion of the design of interactive environments focuses on three types of electronic book metaphors that use optical discs and can facilitate computer-based learning: (1) static picture books, (2) moving picture books, and (3) multimedia books. Guidelines for designing electronic books are presented, and future directions are discussed. (17…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer System Design, Design Requirements, Futures (of Society)
O'Connor, Mary Ann – Document Image Automation, 1991
Discusses applications of optical technology, especially CD-ROMs, to information management needs. Information retrieval problems are discussed; design questions that concern the format of the data, indexing methods, and retrieval capabilities are presented; the need for updates is considered; access requirements are discussed; and the importance…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer System Design, Design Requirements, Indexing
Peer reviewedNickerson, Gord – CD-ROM Professional, 1991
Describes the hardware components of a CD-ROM workstation and offers guidelines for selection decisions. Components discussed include CD-ROM drives; keyboards; monitors, including color and monochrome; graphics; microcomputers, including memory requirements; disk storage, including hard disks and floppy disks; and printers. Turnkey systems are…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer System Design
Peer reviewedCrawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1993
Discussion of factors to consider in purchasing a personal computer covers present and future needs, computing environments, memory, processing performance, disk size, and display quality. Issues such as bundled systems, where and when to purchase, and vendor support are addressed; and an annotated bibliography of 28 recent articles is included.…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Cost Effectiveness
