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Peer reviewedCrawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1994
Discusses microcomputer-based graphics and describes software for Windows and other operating systems. Highlights include file formats for painting and drawing; sources of artwork, including clip art, scanning, and public domain images; examples; and graphics toolkits. A review of 26 recent articles on personal computers, other hardware, and…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Art Products, Computer Graphics, Computer Software
Peer reviewedWarden, William H.; Warden, Bette M. – Library Hi Tech, 1983
Comparison of dot matrix impact printers details price, matrix density, speed, print sizes, feed width, interface connectors, and true descender characteristics. Dot matrix versus preformed characters, maintenance and repair, installing printers at microcomputer workstations, value comparisons, and descriptions of specific printers are…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Display Systems, Equipment Evaluation
Peer reviewedDiskin, Jill A.; FitzGerald, Patricia – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Describes specific applications of the Macintosh computer at Carnegie-Mellon University Libraries, where MacPaint was used as a flexible, easy to use, and powerful tool to produce informational, instructional, and promotional signage. Profiles of system hardware and software, an evaluation of the computer program MacPaint, and MacPaint signage…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Peer reviewedCrawford, David – Library Hi Tech, 1991
Discusses the use of computers in music and music education. Topics discussed include the use of computers to assist in music composition and performance; changing employment opportunities for studio musicians; multimedia applications, including high resolution graphics; editing and publishing music; and database projects. (14 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Databases, Employment Opportunities
Peer reviewedCrawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Describes current desktop publishing packages available for microcomputers and discusses the disadvantages, especially in cost, for most personal computer users. Also described is a less expensive alternative technology--desktop typesetting--which meets the requirements of users who do not need elaborate techniques for combining text and graphics.…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Cost Effectiveness, Electronic Publishing, Evaluation Criteria
Peer reviewedWilliams, James B.; Murr, Lawrence E. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Supporting evidence from both neurological research in brain hemisphere functions and comparisons of the use of symbols in Eastern and Western cultures are used to advance the position that the capability of graphics software for microcomputers to combine textual and visual elements makes them a powerful and revolutionary communications tool. (CLB)
Descriptors: Brain Hemisphere Functions, Communication (Thought Transfer), Computer Graphics, Contrastive Linguistics
Peer reviewedCrawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1993
Discusses personal computer price trends since 1986; describes offerings and prices for four direct-market suppliers, i.e., Dell CompuAdd, PC Brand, and Gateway 2000; and discusses overall value and price/performance ratios. Tables and graphs chart value over time. (EA)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Computer Peripherals, Cost Effectiveness
