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Carlitz, Robert D.; Zinga, Mario – Internet Research, 1998
Common Knowledge: Pittsburgh (CK-P) is a school networking project which develops network connectivity and curricular applications in the Pittsburgh Public Schools (Pennsylvania). This article describes CK-P's network architecture; products developed, including a virtual classroom for German language instruction, online physics instruction, online…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Enrichment
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Carroll, John M.; Rosson, Mary Beth; Isenhour, Philip L.; Van Metre, Christina; Schafer, Wendy A.; Ganoe, Craig H. – Internet Research, 2001
Explains MOOsburg, a community-oriented MOO that models the geography of the town of Blacksburg, Virginia and is designed to be used by local residents. Highlights include the software architecture; client-server communication; spatial database; user interface; interaction; map-based navigation; application development; and future plans. (LRW)
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Computer Interfaces, Computer Networks, Computer Software
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Diamond, Ted – Internet Research, 1994
The federal Escrowed Encryption Standard (EES) has been opposed by civil liberties advocates and the computer industry. The author argues that the standard does not threaten privacy as long as its use remains voluntary, alternative forms of encryption are allowed, and the power of government to intercept transmission is kept in check. (20…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Civil Liberties, Coding, Computer Networks
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Lazzaro, Joseph J. – Internet Research, 1994
This overview of adaptive technology for computers and networking identifies issues that must be addressed for people with disabilities to participate fully in online activities. Discussion includes adaptive equipment; Internet access; and graphical user interface (GUI) concerns. Contact information for vendors for adaptive technology and…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Blindness, Computer Networks