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Mullins, Carolyn J.; West, Thomas W. – 1981
This discussion of the computing network and word processing facilities available to professionals on the Indiana University campuses identifies the word and text processing needs of technical writers and faculty, describes the current computing network, and outlines both long- and short-range objectives, policies, and plans for meeting these…
Descriptors: College Faculty, Computers, Data Processing, Editing
Riley, Connie; And Others – Online, 1981
The Tarrytown Technical Information Center at General Foods produces report style searches by using upgraded equipment which allows search strategies to be stored and edited offline, thus reducing costs for both online searching and for the searcher's time. A computer program for eliminating duplicate bibliographic citations is included. (RBF)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Storage Devices, Computers, Databases
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Ely, R. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1989
The article examines: the process used by visually impaired individuals in composing, the difficulties in using braille, and the importance of text access for editing. The adequacy and effectiveness of computer tools is discussed, focusing on selection of alternative display formats, word processing software, and other software. (Author/JDD)
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Software, Editing, Elementary Secondary Education
Ditlea, Steve – Personal Computing, 1987
Discusses the trends toward developing "spelling checkers" for word processing programs. Compares 19 different commercial dictionary programs with regard to word size, dictionary source, number of words checked, memory requirement, algorithm type, and cost. Cautions against becoming too dependent on spelling checkers, noting their shortcomings.…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Cost Effectiveness