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The Biologist's Toolbox: Microcomputers in Biology: Hardware and Software Profile.
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Lu, Cary – BioScience, 1985
Discusses what to look for when considering the purchase of a microcomputer. Also discusses the basic features of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. (JN)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Computer Software, Databases
Technology Is Changing the Way We Communicate.
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Swanson, Jean C. – Journal of Studies in Technical Careers, 1986
The author explores the many features of the electronic business setting. She discusses (1) executive workstations, (2) data management, (3) electronic mail, and (4) teleconferencing. (Author/CH)
Descriptors: Business Administration, Business Communication, Database Management Systems, Electromechanical Technology
Software for Microcomputers in Libraries and Information Units.
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Tedd, Lucy A. – Electronic Library, 1983
Descriptions of available microcomputer software cover basic software, word processing, database management systems, in-house information retrieval, searching of external online information retrieval systems, in-house library housekeeping, and financial and management software. Checklist of points to consider when acquiring software, 36…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Databases, Equipment Manufacturers
Microcomputers in Libraries.
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Ertel, Monica M. – Special Libraries, 1984
This discussion of current microcomputer technologies available to libraries focuses on software applications in four major classifications: communications (online database searching); word processing; administration; and database management systems. Specific examples of library applications are given and six references are cited. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Information Retrieval, Library Automation