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Wack, John P.; Carnahan, Lisa J. – 1989
This document contains guidance for managing the threats of computer viruses, Trojan horses, network worms, etc. and related software along with unauthorized use. It is geared towards managers of end-user groups, managers dealing with multi-user systems, personal computers, and networks. The guidance is general and addresses the vulnerabilities…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Contingency Management, Guidelines
Wigley, Griff – Computing Teacher, 1988
Presents guide developed by the McGraw-Hill Information Exchange (MIX) to help educators plan effectively for the use of computer telecommunications. Highlights include telephone lines; modems; software; commercial information services that offer such services as electronic mail and computer conferencing; basic costs and billing formats; and a…
Descriptors: Budgets, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Costs
Hawkins, Brian L. – Academic Computing, 1989
Describes the development and current status of a campus-wide computer network at Brown University. Topics discussed include the principles that guided network development; services available through the network; current structure of the network; and university support for the network. (CLB)
Descriptors: Centralization, Computer Networks, Databases, Decentralization
Charp, Sylvia; Hines, I. J. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Discussed are the factors to be considered when establishing a computer network. Considered are telecommunications, in general, along with channels, switching, packet switching, transmission, multiplexing, and local area networks (LANS). (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
Wiberg, Ewald – Media and Methods, 1993
Discusses benefits of an Integrated Learning System (ILS) and addresses concerns that need to be considered during the selection process. Highlights include the evaluation process; initial and ongoing costs; installation in either a lab setting or distributed placement in the classrooms; scheduling; and daily management. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Costs, Educational Planning
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Jaffe, Lee David; Watkins, Steven G. – CD-ROM Professional, 1992
Presents selection and design considerations to help libraries make informed decisions about hardware configurations of CD-ROM systems. Highlights include CD-ROM configurations, including single drive workstations, daisychains, and jukeboxes; network configurations, including remote access; microcomputer features; CD-ROM drive selection; and…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Cost Effectiveness
Civale, Cosmo M., Jr. – Media and Methods, 1991
Discusses the use of computer networks and software in libraries and/or classrooms. Benefits for students and teachers are described, including improved communication between students and between students and teachers; guidelines for selecting hardware are suggested, including workstations and printers; and planning considerations are discussed.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Printers, Computer Software
Hahn, H. A.; And Others – 1989
The purpose of this handbook is to provide background and guidelines for course designers and instructional developers who will be developing Reserve Component training for the United States military using asynchronous computer conferencing techniques. The recommendations in this report are based on an international review of the literature in…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Delivery Systems, Distance Education