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Wodarz, Nan – School Business Affairs, 2001
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers recently approved a high-speed wireless standard that enables devices from different manufacturers to communicate through a common backbone, making wireless local area networks more feasible in schools. Schools can now use wireless access points and network cards to provide flexible…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Elementary Secondary Education, Local Area Networks, School Buildings
Peer reviewedRivera, Julio C.; And Others – T.H.E. Journal, 1994
Examines the use of a local area network in an educational environment to maximize the use of academic computing resources. Topics discussed include information resources, including the Internet; interpersonal communication through electronic mail; group support systems; computer resource management, including software licensing; problems; and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Courseware, Electronic Mail
Executive Educator, 1994
This issue of "The Electronic School" features a special forum on computer networking. Articles specifically focus on network operating systems, cabling requirements, and network architecture. Tom Wall argues that virtual reality is not yet ready for classroom use. B.J. Novitsky profiles two high schools experimenting with CD-ROM…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Desktop Publishing, Educational Innovation, Educational Technology
Dyrli, Odvard Egil; Kinnaman, Daniel E. – Technology & Learning, 1995
Discusses local area networking and global telecommunications. Examines the advantages of networked systems; the importance of connecting classrooms to the Internet or commercial online systems; and how World Wide Web, hypermedia, and the development of browsing software may revolutionize teaching and learning. Terminology and tools used in…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software Development, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
Bosak, Steve – American School Board Journal, 2000
Due to wiring limitations, network access in schools is often limited to a computer lab and a couple of classroom terminals. By exchanging cables for 500-ft. wireless connections, a South Carolina district has been able to spread network and Internet access where and when it is needed. (MLH)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Educational Benefits
Flanagan, Patrick – Telecommunications, 1996
Synthesizes opinions of experts regarding technologies deemed most likely to enter the telecommunications mainstream by 1998, including: (1) the Java programming language; (2) voice- over frame relay; (3) virtual local area networks (LANs); (4) cable modems; (5) gigabit LANs; (6) Internet appliances; (7) personal satellite phones; (8) intranets;…
Descriptors: Communications Satellites, Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Data Processing
Peer reviewedGlazer, Randy S. – CUPA Journal, 1996
Automation of many college human resources management activities can lead to changes in office strategies, resource deployment, development needs, and career planning. The World Wide Web and local area networking have a variety of applications in this area, including tracking of transactions and forms. Careful planning and an understanding of the…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, College Administration, Computer Networks, Educational Change
