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Jadrnicek, Rik – InfoWorld, 1984
Reviews the latest version of the SuperCalc spreadsheet, indicating that it now provides color graphics, two-key sorting, and database management functions (including Internal Rate of Return). Also indicates that the program is not copy protected, useful in trying to integrate a variety of programs. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Databases, Financial Services
Mahoney, Dan – Database, 1994
Explains the use of a standard text-based database program (i.e., dBase III) to run external programs that display graphic files during a database session and reduces costs normally encountered when preparing a computer to run a graphical database. An example is given of a simple database with two fields. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Cost Effectiveness, Database Management Systems, Databases
Videodisc/Videotext, 1982
The Video PATSEARCH system consists of a microcomputer with a special keyboard and two display screens which accesses the PATSEARCH database of United States government patents on the Bibliographic Retrieval Services (BRS) search system. The microcomputer retrieves text from BRS and matching graphics from an analog optical videodisc. (Author/JJD)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Databases, Indexes, Information Retrieval
Cawley, Jeffery L. – Science Software Quarterly, 1984
Reviews the functions that should be included in an analytical workstation. Also discusses the common data file structures and the techniques of data interchange between software modules and presents a brief overview of commercial products and their interfacing characteristics. These software include word processors, spreadsheets, database…
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
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Crawford, 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
Mizokawa, Donald T. – 1994
This book is geared for beginners in the use of personal computers for everyday academic purposes. The information is generic, and is not directed exclusively to IBM users, Macintosh users or NeXT users. The chapters focus on the following topics: (1) introduction to the purpose of the book; (2) personal computer systems such as hardware and…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Databases, Electronic Mail
Schneider, Gail Thierbach – 1984
This survey of the administrative applications of microcomputers identifies word processing, database management, spreadsheet functions, and graphics as four areas in which microcomputer use will reduce repetition, improve cost efficiency, minimize paperwork, enhance filing and retrieval systems, and save time. This will allow administrators and…
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Lucchetti, Stephen C. – Online, 1984
Summarizes types of machine access available for users of Chemical Abstracts Online, a database which can accept and print out graphics images of chemical compounds. The use of Tektronix terminals, capabilities and limitations of other types of graphic termials and microcomputers, and estimated costs are noted. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Cost Estimates, Databases
Department of External Affairs, Ottawa (Ontario). – 1983
This promotional brochure, one of 10 in a series on videotex, explains applications of videotex and the North American Presentation Level Protocol Syntax (NAPLPS) standard system (known as Telidon in Canada) for creating, storing, and transmitting text and color graphics information on a television screen or computer terminal. The specific…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Computer Graphics, Databases, Display Systems
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Berry, P. A. M.; Meadows, A. J. – Journal of Documentation, 1987
Reviews the current status of satellite remote sensing data, including problems with efficient storage and rapid retrieval of the data, and appropriate computer graphics to process images. Areas of research concerned with overcoming these problems are described. (16 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Graphics, Computer Storage Devices, Copyrights
Gray, Peter J. – 1984
The potential uses of microcomputers in evaluation research are discussed in this pamphlet. At the beginning, a matrix is provided showing the relationship between the steps in the evaluation research process and common types of computer software. Thereafter, the guide is organized sequentially around the evaluation research activities that are…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Data Collection, Data Processing
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Percival, J. Mark – Online Review, 1990
Discusses the growing importance of the use of Graphic User Interfaces (GUIs) with microcomputers and online services. Highlights include the development of graphics interfacing with microcomputers; CD-ROM databases; an evaluation of HyperCard as a potential interface to electronic mail and online commercial databases; and future possibilities.…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Databases, Electronic Mail, Futures (of Society)
Pfuderer, H. A.; Allison, L. J. – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1985
Recounts experiences of the Carbon Dioxide Information Center, a technical information analysis center at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, which has utilized a microcomputer for exchange of automated bibliographic references. Procedures and problems in adding microcomputer information to mainframe databases are noted and other microcomputer…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Case Studies, Citations (References), Computer Graphics
Keesling, J. Ward – 1986
This paper describes analytical concepts that can be applied to a comprehensive database containing information on students, teachers, and schools. The concepts are presented in terms of displays, potential inferences, and possible difficulties. Statistical techniques are mentioned, but not rigorously developed. Focus is on displays that can be…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Data Analysis, Database Management Systems, Databases
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Manock, John J. – Journal of the Society of Research Administrators, 1984
Some capabilities and limitations of microcomputers for use by research administrators in pre-award activities and information processing are described, including word processing, electronic spreadsheets, database management, terminal emulation, and graphics presentations. Cost effectiveness is also considered. (MSE)
Descriptors: Accounting, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness
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