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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 reviewedPhillips, Richard L. – Computers and Education, 1981
An evaluation of a personal computer was conducted to determine its potential for applications normally assumed to require higher resolution, higher cost graphics devices. Its resolution, stand-alone computing power, and capability to function as a distributed computing element in a time-sharing system are discussed. Six references are listed.…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Display Systems, Engineering Education, Equipment Evaluation
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
Kolodziej, Leo; Holland, John – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the basic hardware, peripheral devices, system software, graphics capabilities, operations, and other features of the low-cost Commodore VIC-20 color microcomputer system. Included are three simultaneous musical tones plus one noise generator. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices
Miller, Michael J.; Maremaa, Thomas – Popular Computing, 1984
Surveys the choices available in new 16-bit microcomputers which run the MS-DOS operating system and which are IBM compatible. The 18 microcomputers reviewed are divided into the categories of compatibles offering additional features, low-cost compatibles, sleeker and faster compatibles, and coprocessor boards that yield compatibility. (MBR)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Costs
Porter, Gerald J. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1984
Presents the options and limitations available in microcomputer-based graphic systems. Factors that must be considered when selecting a system--resolution, color, video-compatibility, and cost--and the relationship between these factors are discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Color, Computer Graphics, Costs, Display Systems
Bird, Pristen; And Others – Electronic Learning, 1984
Discusses factors that should be considered before purchasing a computer, given the objectives of computer literacy; considering programing in Pascal or Logo, computer-assisted instruction, teaching practical applications, art and music, special education, telecommunications, administration, and library management. A chart showing prices and…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy
