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Berger, Ivan – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes floppy disk information storage systems and discusses capabilities and advantages of floppy disks for microcomputer users. The functions of disk operating systems (DOS) are reviewed and the effect of DOS formats on the choice of an appropriate disk drive system is outlined. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Information Storage, Input Output Devices
Greene, Mark M. – 1982
Among other services, the Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory contracts with local school districts, state departments of education, social service agencies, colleges, universities, and other organizations to provide roughly 90 third-party evaluations per year of projects funded through such sources as Elementary and Secondary Education Act…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Microcomputers, Postsecondary Education
Download full textERIC Clearinghouse on Information Resources, Syracuse, NY. – 1984
Eleven articles and documents selected from the ERIC indexes, "Resources in Education" and "Current Index to Journals in Education" for 1983 are listed in this bibliography. Emphasis is on criteria for selecting and purchasing educational software for microcomputers. Several articles cover software evaluation issues and…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Check Lists, Computer Software, Evaluation Criteria
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
Crawford, Chase W. – School Business Affairs, 1983
Questions to ask concerning microcomputer software to be used for school business management. (MLF)
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Computer Programs, Criteria, Elementary Secondary Education
Tenopir, Carol – Library Journal, 1983
In-house library databases or "private files" (online catalog, library-created indexes, citations to journal literature) are discussed, focusing on computer software directories, periodicals, general directories, and online directories as sources for information on computer software. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Databases, Directories, Libraries
Hansen, Shirley – School Administrator, 1983
An overview of what is available in energy management systems, tips for writing specifications, and pitfalls to avoid. (MLF)
Descriptors: Bids, Computer Programs, Contracts, Electronic Control
Hoover, Todd; Gould, Sandra – Educational Technology, 1982
Survey of educational computer software producers regarding their concern about illegal duplication of their programs by consumers reveals that majority of producers are willing to negotiate special prices for multiple copies, and few software producers are willing to allow schools to preview products. Questionnaire results and five references are…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Copyrights, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Manufacturers
Emard, Jean-Paul – Online, 1983
Provides a generalized overview of the problems that software buyers are likely to encounter and could overcome. Experiences of Online, Inc., in purchasing programs, using software documentation or manuals, and problems with software, provide examples. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Consumer Protection, Data Processing, Databases
Frankel, Steven – Executive Educator, 1982
Discusses three options for elementary or secondary schools buying microcomputers, including getting either a single comprehensive unit, several fully expandable units, or units with limited expandability. Notes advantages, disadvantages, and brand-name models available under each option. Presents a chart showing the features needed for six…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
Grosch, Audrey N. – Online, 1989
Discussion of the factors that should be considered when purchasing or upgrading a microcomputer focuses on the MS-DOS and OS/2 operating systems. Macintosh purchasing decisions are discussed in a sidebar. A glossary is provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Networks, Computer Storage Devices, Evaluation Criteria
Peer reviewedDjang, Philipp A. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1993
Describes a Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis Approach for the selection of personal computers that combines the capabilities of Analytic Hierarchy Process and Integer Goal Programing. An example of how decision makers can use this approach to determine what kind of personal computers and how many of each type to purchase is given. (nine…
Descriptors: Computer Centers, Criteria, Decision Making, Higher Education
Duplass, James A. – Business Officer, 1991
Penn State University (Altoona Campus) devised an innovative program to encourage faculty members to purchase computers by offering a $1,000 discount. The program resulted in 65 of the 76 full-time faculty members having their own microcomputers. (DB)
Descriptors: College Faculty, Faculty Development, Higher Education, Incentives
Fatkin, Barbara, Ed. – 1980
This seven-chapter publication was designed to assist administrators, architects, and engineers in understanding the functions of microprocessor-based energy management systems. The information provided can be used by these individuals to develop an energy management project, select the proper system, and accurately install the system to fit…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Costs, Energy, Higher Education
Drummond, Marshall; And Others – 1985
A model approach is suggested for the selection of a microcomputer network that will identify specific needs and arrive at solutions with maximum flexibility to avoid technological obsolescence. Chapter 1 specifies functional needs for a network design. This chapter discusses the process of evaluating whether a network is appropriate; examines and…
Descriptors: College Planning, Community Colleges, Computer Software, Microcomputers
