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Special Considerations for Networking Multimedia CD-ROM Titles.
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Wolfe, Janet L. – CD-ROM Professional, 1994
Discusses issues to be considered when networking multimedia CD-ROMs. Topics addressed include CD-ROM networking software; license concerns; configurations for CD-ROM servers; data caching; SCSI devices; CD-ROM drives; workstation configurations, including minimum requirements for five popular CD-ROM titles; and system setup troubleshooting tips.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Optical Data Disks
Installing a Low-Cost LAN--Fool-Proof Tips from a Pro.
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Rugg, Tom – CD-ROM Professional, 1993
Describes the hardware, operating systems, and expenses involved with linking personal computers in low-cost, small- to medium-sized LANs (local area networks) that permit users to share CD-ROM resources. Purchasing and installing Ethernet hardware, the use of starter kits, assembling individual components, and LANtastic and NetWare Lite network…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Costs, Local Area Networks
Marketing and Selling CD-ROM Products on the World-Wide Web.
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Walker, Becki – CD-ROM Professional, 1995
Describes three companies' approaches to marketing and selling CD-ROM products on the World Wide Web. Benefits include low overhead for Internet-based sales, allowance for creativity, and ability to let customers preview products online. Discusses advertising, information delivery, content, information services, and security. (AEF)
Descriptors: Advertising, Comparative Analysis, Computer Networks, Computer Security
Providing Access to CD-ROM Databases in a Campus Setting. Part II: Networking CD-ROMs via a LAN.
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Koren, Judy – CD-ROM Professional, 1992
The second part of a report on CD-ROM networking in libraries describes LAN (local area network) technology; networking software and towers; gateway software for connecting to campuswide networks; Macintosh LANs; and network licenses. Several product and software reviews are included, and a sidebar lists vendor addresses. (NRP)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews
Multiuser Access to CD-ROM Drives without a CD-ROM LAN.
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Koren, Judy – CD-ROM Professional, 1992
The first of two articles on multiuser access to CD-ROM databases examines options that do not involve a local area network (LAN). Hardware and software requirements, advantages, and disadvantages for several alternatives are described. A product and company directory is included. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals
Choosing a CD-ROM Network Solution.
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Doering, David – CD-ROM Professional, 1996
Discusses issues to consider in selecting a CD-ROM network solution, including throughput (speed of data delivery), security, access, servers, key features, training, jukebox support, documentation, and licenses. Reviews software products offered by Novell, Around Technology, Micro Design, Smart Storage, Microtest, Meridian, CD-Connection,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Reviews
CD-ROM Networking: Navigating through VINES and NetWare and the New Software Technologies.
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Lieberman, Paula – CD-ROM Professional, 1995
Provides an overview of developments in CD-ROM networking technology and describes products offered by Axis, Banyan (VINES--network operating environment), CD Connection, Celerity, Data/Ware, Document Imaging Systems Corporation (DISC), Imagery, Jodian, Meridian, Micro Design International, Microsoft, Microtest, Novell, OnLine Computer Systems,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Reviews