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Bartholome, Lloyd W. – Business Education Forum, 1982
The use of CP/M (Control Program Monitor)-based microcomputers in teaching word processing and data processing is explored. The system's advantages, variations, dictionary software, and future are all discussed. (CT)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Processing, Dictionaries, Microcomputers
Marcum, Deanna; Boss, Richard – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1983
Relates office automation to its application in libraries, discussing computer software packages for microcomputers performing tasks involved in word processing, accounting, statistical analysis, electronic filing cabinets, and electronic mail systems. (EJS)
Descriptors: Accounting, Automation, Computer Programs, Data Processing
Blair, John C., Jr. – Database, 1982
Outlines the important factors to be considered in selecting a database management system for use with a microcomputer and presents a series of guidelines for developing a database. General procedures, report generation, data manipulation, information storage, word processing, data entry, database indexes, and relational databases are among the…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Processing, Databases, Guidelines
Pfizenmaier, Emily – CASE Currents, 1983
Establishing the computerized information needs of a college development office involves defining the reporting needs, understanding the concept and content of structured files, defining the data elements to be included in those files, and outlining the potentially useful applications of the information and programs. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Programs, Data Processing, Databases

Huntington, Fred – AEDS Journal, 1983
Discusses microcomputer uses for administrative computing in education at site level and central office and recommends that administrators start with a word processing program for time management, an electronic spreadsheet for financial accounting, a database management system for inventories, and self-written programs to alleviate paper…
Descriptors: Attendance Records, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Data Processing

Spuck, Dennis W.; Atkinson, Gene – AEDS Journal, 1983
An outline of microcomputer applications for administrative computing in education is followed by discussions of aspects of office automation, database management systems, management information systems, administrative computer systems, and software. Several potential problems relating to administrative computing in education are identified.…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Data Processing, Elementary Secondary Education
Chachra, Vinod; Heterick, Robert C. – 1982
Options for using computers in managing higher education institutions and technological questions are considered in a collection of nine essays developed by the authors for this monograph. An introduction considers historical developments and provides an overview of computing modes and languages. After considering some of the economic and…
Descriptors: Administrative Principles, Administrator Guides, College Administration, College Planning