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Miller, Michael J.; McMillan, Tom – Popular Computing, 1984
Defines in detail the three levels of IBM compatibility--operational, data, and MS-DOS--and also examines 16-bit microprocessors and the MS-DOS operating system, both of which play key roles in determining whether a given machine will run IBM software. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Electronic Equipment, Equipment Evaluation, Evaluation Criteria
Blair, John C., Jr. – Online, 1983
Describes computer operating systems applicable to microcomputers, noting hardware components, advantages and disadvantages of each system, local area networks, distributed processing, and a fully configured system. Lists of hardware components (disk drives, solid state disk emulators, input/output and memory components, and processors) and…
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Equipment Evaluation, Information Networks, Information Processing
Schroder, M. – Journal of Tertiary Educational Administration, 1979
New information-processing technologies are seen as solutions to problems for tertiary educational administrators. Two case studies are recounted. The introduction of word processing (stand-alone micro computer based) and computer output microfilm cataloging in the library of Armidale College of Advanced Education are described. (MLW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Output Microfilm, Computers, Educational Administration
