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Koga, James S. – Online, 1989
Describes the use of DIALOGLINK, a searching software for online systems that can be used with microcomputers. Topics discussed include buffer size; multiple copies; screen speedup; print spooler; startup shortcuts; accounting files; type-ahead buffers; and logon macros for use with other online services. (12 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer Software, Microcomputers
Williams, Tom; Smith, Kevin – Media & Methods, 1999
Offers guidelines for schools selecting or upgrading their computers. Highlights include type of user; computer capability; capacity and compatibility; printing; extra features such as zip drives; upgrade capabilities; technical support; and a list of eight vendors with descriptions of the computer hardware they offer for schools. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer Selection, Elementary Secondary Education
Coffey, Michael A.; And Others – 1987
This guide describes maintenance procedures for IBM and Apple personal computers, provides information on detecting and diagnosing problems, and details diagnostic programs. Included are discussions of printers, terminals, disks, disk drives, keyboards, hardware, and software. The text is supplemented by various diagrams. (EW)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer Software, Computer Terminals
Farmer, Lesley S. J. – Technology Connection, 1995
Examines major network structures and provides criteria for selecting the best layout. Describes daisy-chain, star, bus, tree, ring, and token ring topologies. Discusses factors to consider when connecting computers, including user needs, printing demands, modem and file sharing, user grouping, the physical plant, and connective equipment. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer System Design
Angel, N. Faye – Computing Teacher, 1994
Describes an activity for elementary school students that allows them to manipulate computer hardware. College students volunteered as trainers; and two workstations were used, one to teach students how to attach peripheral devices (e.g., keyboard, monitor, and printer) and one to teach how to remove a disk drive and the controller card. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer Science Education
Farmer, Lesley S. J. – Technology Connection, 1998
Presents insights of what does and doesn't work in school library local area network (LAN) printing in terms of five "myths": (1) "You need a network to share a printer;" (2) "Printing is much faster on a network;" (3) "All printers are created equal;" (4) "If one is good, two are better;" (5) "I'll never learn." (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer Uses in Education
Anderson, Glenn – Media & Methods, 1996
Explains the benefits of computer workstations in schools and describes various components, including projection tools such as LCD (liquid crystal display) projectors, printers, Internet connections, tape drives, digitizers, scanners, laserdisc players, and CD-i (interactive) players. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education

Nickerson, Gord – CD-ROM Professional, 1991
Describes the hardware components of a CD-ROM workstation and offers guidelines for selection decisions. Components discussed include CD-ROM drives; keyboards; monitors, including color and monochrome; graphics; microcomputers, including memory requirements; disk storage, including hard disks and floppy disks; and printers. Turnkey systems are…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer System Design
Computers in Libraries, 1993
This special section includes two articles that review products and services for the automated library environment. Highlights include ergonomic products; products for visually, hearing-, and speech-impaired users; analog film recorders; computer filters; document imaging systems; electric filing systems; and printers. A list of vendors is…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Printers, Computer Software, Hearing Impairments