An overview of the uses of microcomputers in special education management is provided. Following a list of nine applications of microcomputers to educational management is a brief description of microcomputers currently used in education. A listing of five firms currently marketing special education management software includes information of software applications, flexibility, and cost. Suggestions for selecting and evaluating software focus on documentation, cost, input, output, flexibility, training, and hardware. Resources for further information are provided. (LP)