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Rasmussen, Edie M. – Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (ARIST), 1992
Examines parallel computer architecture and the use of parallel processors for text. Topics discussed include parallel algorithms; performance evaluation; parallel information processing; parallel access methods for text; parallel and distributed information retrieval systems; parallel hardware for text; and network models for information…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Networks, Evaluation Methods, Information Processing
Hodgson, Vivien; Reynolds, Michael – Studies in Higher Education, 2005
The article reviews the popularity in networked learning designs for values of collaboration, and in particular, of community. Examples of this are drawn from the networked learning literature, highlighting corresponding arguments for networked learning providing the basis for a more democratic ethos within higher educational programmes. The…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Learning Processes, Computer Networks, Higher Education
Sessa, Anneliese – 1989
This paper describes the advantages of using computer bulletin boards systems (BBS) for distance learning, including the use of the New York City Education Network (NYCENET) to access various databases and to communicate with individuals or the public. Questions to be answered in order to determine the most appropriate software for running a BBS…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Databases, Distance Education
Hunter, Beverly – 1990
After providing examples of the use of computer-mediated communications networks such as Kids Network, Project INSITE, and Project Earth Lab to create real-world contexts for student learning, this paper notes that teacher learning and collaboration has been a secondary issue. It is argued that the urgency of such national efforts as school…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Cooperative Planning, Elementary Secondary Education, Research Needs

Hansen, Craig J. – Bulletin of the Association for Business Communication, 1992
Examines communication technologies in the workplace, provides a brief overview of current research, and offers questions for further exploration. Offers a personal perspective based on the author's experiences as a product manager for NCR Corporation and as a computer industry consultant. Includes discussions on voice mail, fax, hypermedia, and…
Descriptors: Business Communication, Communications, Computer Networks, Electronic Mail
D'Souza, Patricia Veasey – Educational Technology, 1992
Explores possible uses of electronic mail in three areas of the academic setting: instruction, research, and administration. Electronic mail is defined, the components needed to get started with electronic mail are discussed, and uses and benefits of electronic mail in diverse educational environments are suggested. (12 references) (DB)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Educational Environment, Electronic Mail, Higher Education

Cronin, Blaise; Davenport, Elisabeth – Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (ARIST), 1993
Discusses the concept of social intelligence (SI), including its history and contexts in which it may be valid; assesses SI from the perspectives of information management, information policy, and information economics; reviews tools and techniques associated with SI, including networks, hypermedia, and connectionism; and considers education and…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Higher Education, Hypermedia, Information Management

Kappe, Frank; And Others – Internet Research, 1993
Discusses the architecture of a global hypermedia information and communication system designed to operate through the Internet that is being developed at the Graz University of Technology (Austria). Topics addressed include clients and servers; distributed hypertext; link server protocol; document cache servers; and applications of the global…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Foreign Countries, Global Approach

Kibirige, Harry M. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1991
Discussion of the potential effects of fiber optic-based communication technology on information networks and systems design highlights library automation. Topics discussed include computers and telecommunications systems, the importance of information in national economies, microcomputers, local area networks (LANs), national computer networks,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Copyrights, Information Networks

Mahon, Barry – Online Review, 1991
Reviews the development of telecommunications networks and describes current technology being used for online information retrieval. Highlights include use for military and research needs; experiences in Europe versus those in the United States; value-added networks (VANs); local area networks (LANs) and personal computers; and the Integrated…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval, Microcomputers

Katz, James E.; Graveman, Richard F. – Telematics and Informatics, 1991
Discussion of the right to privacy of communications focuses on privacy expectations within a National Research and Education Network (NREN). Highlights include privacy needs in scientific and education communications; academic and research networks; network security and privacy concerns; protection strategies; and consequences of privacy…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Higher Education, Privacy
Bruder, Isabelle; Chaffin, Ellen – Electronic Learning, 1989
Discusses present and future developments in the educational software industry for elementary and secondary schools. Topics discussed include problems with making software work on a variety of hardware; planning future development; the widespread use of Apple computers; MS-DOS machines; computer networks; and multimedia. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Courseware, Educational Trends

McCombs, Gillian M. – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1994
Discusses implications of using the Internet for library technical services. Topics addressed include creative uses of the Internet; three basic applications on the Internet, i.e., electronic mail, remote log-in to another computer, and file transfer; electronic processing of information; electronic access to information; and electronic processing…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Creativity, Electronic Mail

Fox, Edward A.; And Others – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1993
Describes the development of a model for future national and international digital libraries. Four aspects of the model are presented: (1) nine principles underlying constructing electronic archives; (2) a study of potential user needs; (3) the design and evaluation of the user interface; and (4) objects and document type definition development.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Electronic Libraries, Futures (of Society), Library Automation
Karabenick, Stuart A. – 1987
Arguing that seeking help when needed is an integral part of the learning process, this paper describes a three-stage help-seeking process; examines computer conferencing in academic contexts; and describes several characteristics that promote help-seeking, including the admission of inadequacy, the decision to seek help, and the ultimate…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Computer Networks, Consultation Programs, Guidance