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Hartigan, John M. – CD-ROM Professional, 1993
Gives an overview of the development of multimedia, from the combination of film and computer graphics used during the 1960s to present day jet aircraft simulators. Definitions of multimedia, virtual reality, the use of compact disks to deliver digitally recorded information, and the economic need for the technology are discussed. (KRN)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Definitions, Economic Factors

Hinds, Timothy H. – CD-ROM Professional, 1990
Discusses topics related to systems for in-house CD-ROM development: functions, including data capture, data conversion, data editing, indexing, database construction, simulation/testing, and formatting; components, including hardware, the processor, peripherals, and selection considerations; software, including the operating system, system…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Evaluation Criteria

Atkinson, Roderick D.; Yokley, John R. – CD-ROM Professional, 1993
Describes the development of the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) library information network which provides NRL scientists with access to CD-ROM databases, electronic journals, software applications, the Internet, and the library's online catalog. Implementation phases, system research and development, CD-ROM networking feasibility analysis,…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Software Evaluation, Databases, Evaluation Criteria