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Word-Processing Software Directory.
Good, Phillip – Popular Computing, 1982
Contains four tables summarizing the features of popular word processing programs for such microcomputers as the Radio Shack TRS-80s, the Apples, and the Atari. A list of vendors from whom the software packages are available is also provided. (Author/JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computers, Merchandise Information, Microcomputers
The Radio Shack TRS-80 Pocket Computer.
Welsh, Theresa – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes the features and performance of the Radio Shack TRS-80 Pocket Computer. Programming capacity, various system commands, and the speed of the computer's operations are discussed. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Merchandise Information, Microcomputers
The Atari 400.
Flint, Glen; Dahmke, Mark – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the hardware, operation, peripheral devices, software, and performance capabilities of the Atari 400 microcomputer system. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
Radio Shack's Color Computer.
Skier, Ken – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the hardware, operation, peripheral devices, software, and performance capabilities of the Radio Shack Color Computer System. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
The Sinclair ZX81.
Miastkowski, Stan – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the hardware, operation, software, and performance capabilities of the Sinclair ZX81 personal computer. Designed as a beginning computer for learning BASIC, this compact, inexpensive microcomputer also has prepackaged software for tax computation, personal finance, education, graphics, and arcade-style games. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
The IBM Personal Computer.
Stewart, George – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the components and performance of the IBM Personal Computer. Data processing and memory capacity, compatible software packages and programming languages, and system options are discussed. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
The Osborne 1.
McWilliams, Peter – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes the unique features, available software, performance capabilities, system options, costs, advantages, disadvantages, and eccentricities of the Osborne 1 microcomputer. A table summarizes specifications, features, and costs. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Costs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices
The VIC-20.
Kolodziej, Leo; Holland, John – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the basic hardware, peripheral devices, system software, graphics capabilities, operations, and other features of the low-cost Commodore VIC-20 color microcomputer system. Included are three simultaneous musical tones plus one noise generator. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices
The TI-99/4A.
Stewart, George – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the basic hardware, peripheral devices, functions, capabilities, and available software for the TI-99/4A home computer. A table summarizes the computer's specifications. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
The TRS 80 Model III, the Commodore Computers, the Apple II, the Atari 800.
Berger, Ivan; And Others – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and compares the features, performance capabilities, specifications, and available options for a number of recently-marketed microcomputers, including the Apple II Plus, the Atari 800, the Commodore PET 400 and CBM 8000, and the Radio Shack TRS 80 Model III. (JL)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Programs, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
The TI-99/4A Software.
Wrege, Rachael; And Others – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes the software modules produced by Texas Instruments for use with the TI-99/4A home computer. Among the modules described are: Personal Real Estate, Programing Aids, Home Financial Decisions, Music Maker, Weight Control and Nutrition, Early Learning Fun, and Tax/Investment Record Keeping. (JL)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Computer Programs, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
Which Computer Should a School Buy?
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1982
This discussion of microcomputer selection for schools presents three hypothetical plans--ranging from $500 to $15,000--for establishing an educational computing program and examines the best way to budget the money. Purchasing information on a variety of microcomputers is included. (JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Educational Equipment, Educational Planning
Informal Learning.
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1983
Presents overview of recently developed computer software which is based on an understanding of how learning happens informally in the home and designed to be fun. Programs developed by The Learning Company, Children's Television Workshop, Spinnaker Software, and Capital Children's Museum are highlighted. Producers and distributors of software are…
Descriptors: Children, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Programs