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Weinberg, Sandy – American School and University, 1985
New "supermicros," extremely powerful microcomputers, may take the place of minicomputers in college administration. The differences between the two types of computers are explained and suggestions are offered for what and when to buy. (MLF)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Equipment Evaluation, Higher Education, Merchandise Information
Cisler, Steve – Online, 1987
Describes the components, costs, and capabilities of several desktop publishing systems, and examines their possible impact on work patterns within organizations. The text and graphics of the article were created using various microcomputer software packages. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Electronic Publishing
Dembowski, Frederick L. – School Business Affairs, 1983
The third in a series of articles on the use of microcomputers in the school business office discusses external storage space. Microcomputer terms are italicized for easy recognition. (MLF)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Evaluation, Equipment Standards
Marty, Fernand – 1983
While disputing the exaggerated claims for computerized teaching symbolized by Time Magazine's choice of a computer for its 1982 "man of the year," this paper argues that since the technology is omnipresent, and that since it can facilitate learning under certain conditions, teachers should be as informed about it as possible. A discussion of…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers, Cost Effectiveness
Becker, Henry Jay – Curriculum Review, 1982
Discusses the value of the microcomputer in education and questions whether or not the hardware now available is a cost-effective method for the type of learning it provides. Microcomputer use in schools in the future is also examined. (Author/JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Objectives, Educational Trends
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Crawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Details a series of tests conducted by the Research Libraries Group, Inc., to evaluate IBM clones i.e., computers designed to use hardware and software originally intended for IBM microcomputers. The results of evaluations of several personal computers, using the criteria of performance, aesthetics, ergonomics, and documentation, are reported.…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Design Preferences
Barlow, Diane; And Others – School Library Journal, 1987
Describes the experiences of high school students using microcomputers to access an electronic version of an encyclopedia in the school's media center. The topics discussed include hardware and software requirements of the CD-ROM format, information seeking strategies and problems observed, student satisfaction with the system, and recommendations…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Encyclopedias, Equipment Evaluation