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Sleep Better at Night...Back Up Your Data.
Smith, Russell – MultiMedia Schools, 1996
Discusses the need to back up computer files, and describes the technological evolution of back-up methods. Reviews tape drive and external hard drive back-up products offered by computer companies and presents back-up strategies to use with all back-up methods. A sidebar lists information on the reviewed products. (JMV)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Storage Devices, Data, Magnetic Tapes
Rewriting: Simply a Drag: Taking the Mystery Out of CD Mastering.
McMakin, Matt; Parry, James Kibo – New Media, 1998
CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) is the latest advance in compact disc technology, permitting the erasure and reuse of space up to 1,000 times at a slightly higher cost than CD-Recordable (CD-R). This article reviews and rates twelve CD-RW drives and highlights packet-writing software that allows files to be recorded a few at a time by dropping them onto the…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Equipment Evaluation, Merchandise Information
Faster Is Better: High-Speed Modems.
Roth, Cliff – NewMedia, 1995
Discusses using high-speed modems to access the Internet. Examines internal and external modems, data speeds, compression and error reduction, faxing and voice capabilities, and software features. Considers ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) as the future replacement of high-speed modems. Sidebars present high-speed modem product…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Facsimile Transmission
Basic Elements of Computer Networking for Facilities Managers and Planners.
Abbott, Robert; And Others – Educational Facility Planner, 1989
Offers a view of the current technologies for computer networking in schools along with cost-performance comparisons that planners need to take into account when deciding on networking systems. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Educational Facilities Planning, Elementary Secondary Education
ISDN Modems Come to Town.
Roth, Cliff – NewMedia, 1996
Describes the use of ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Networks) in homes, home offices, and offices as a way of transmitting data in audio and video form. Explains how ISDN works and reviews computer equipment needed to change existing telephone service into ISDN service. A chart presents product information for ISDN modems. (JMV)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Electronic Equipment
1998 Buyer's Guide and Consultants Directory. A Decade of Changes.
Brandt, D. Scott, Comp. – Computers in Libraries, 1998
This annual compilation is designed as a resource for access to products (hardware and software) and services related to library automation and information storage. Sections include products and services by category, vendor, and brand name, as well as addresses (including phone/fax, e-mail, and URL for web pages) of companies and consultants. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Computers, Consultants
Multimedia Presentations on the Go: An Instruction and Buyer's Guide.
Sammons, Martha C. – 1996
This handbook is designed to provide guidance for someone who wants to create portable multimedia presentations with notebook computers and related technologies. The first section offers technological overviews to help assess needs for: (1) portable computers; (2) software; (3) projection equipment; (4) peripherals; (5) portable storage; (6)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Interfaces, Computer Peripherals, Computer Software