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Machovec, George S. – Online Libraries and Microcomputers, 1994
Describes Mosaic, an Internet resource locator and navigation tool developed at the University of Illinois' National Center for Super-Computing Applications (NCSA). Topics discussed include the relationship with the World Wide Web; flexibility; obtaining Mosaic client software; and file transfer protocol instructions. (Contains seven references.)…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, File Transfer Protocol, Information Networks
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van Brakel, Pieter A.; And Others – Electronic Library, 1995
Provides guidelines for home page design, and suggests that the physical appearance of a home page is similar to that of a good graphical user interface. In designing a complete home page file, the premise is that basic hypertext design principles could also be applied in the World Wide Web environment. (Author/JKP)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Networks, Guidelines, Hypermedia
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Hatfield, Thomas H. – Journal of Environmental Health, 1995
This article has three objectives: (1) introduce the basics of the World Wide Web (including Internet connectivity, hypertext, and uniform resource locators); (2) highlight environmental health databases on the Web; and (3) discuss possible applications of the Web for the environmental health profession. (LZ)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Databases, Educational Resources
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Lowry, Charles B. – Library Hi Tech, 1995
Discusses how information technology and information retrieval may be used to build the virtual library, based on examples from Carnegie-Mellon University. Topics include information technology infrastructure, including distributed computing; Boolean searching; natural language processing; navigating the Internet; and prototypes and problems at…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Higher Education, Information Retrieval, Information Technology
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Taylor, Janet H.; Ryan, Joe – Internet Research, 1995
Discussion of museums that take advantage of the Internet's format options for electronic presentation. Provides a list of 248 museums and galleries around the world that are making use of World Wide Web or Gopher servers, lists 4 recent pertinent articles, and lists 8 online directories. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Arts Centers, Computer Networks, Information Sources, Museums
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Alm, Andy – Convergence, 1992
Describes computer networks and conferences dedicated to environmental education and activism. Gives the electronic and surface mail addresses of contacts for the Association for Progressive Communications in 12 countries. (SK)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Electronic Mail, Environmental Education, Organizations (Groups)
Henry, Charles – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1993
Analyzes metaphors currently being used to describe the NREN (National Research and Education Network) and concludes that they largely ignore the true cognitive implications of the network. Topics addressed include stated goals of the NREN; educational and economic factors influencing the NREN; and the transformational potential of the NREN for…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Economic Factors, Educational Trends, Information Networks
Nickerson, Gord – Computers in Libraries, 1992
Discussion of computer-mediated communication focuses on the development of the BITNET computer network. The use of BITNET for interactive messaging, batch file transfer, and electronic mail is described; server programs are explained; and possible future developments of BITNET are discussed. (seven references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Electronic Mail, Futures (of Society)
Sparks, Susan M. – Nursing and Health Care, 1994
Discusses E.T.Net, an online computer conferencing network that links developers and users of interactive technology in health science education. Describes the individual conferences including those for nursing care, computer-assisted instruction, hardware, and shareware. Provides information about accessing the network. (JOW)
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Computer Networks, Tables (Data), Teleconferencing
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Falk, Howard – Electronic Library, 1999
Examines some frequently encountered unsolicited computer intrusions, including computer viruses, worms, Java applications, trojan horses or vandals, e-mail spamming, hoaxes, and cookies. Also discusses virus-protection software, both for networks and for individual users. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer Software, Computers
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Bertot, John Carlo – Library Trends, 2001
This article offers a number of statistics and performance measures that libraries may find useful in determining the overall quality of their network-based services; identifies a number of service quality criteria; and provides a framework to assist librarians in selecting statistics and performance measures based on service quality criteria.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Criteria, Library Services, Library Statistics
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Walery, Darrell – T.H.E. Journal, 2005
This article provides a quick start guide to provide educators with the basic points to consider before installing a wireless network in the school. Since many school districts have already implemented wireless networks, there is a lot of information available online to assist in the process.
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Electronic Equipment, Computer Networks, Computer Security
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Futhey, Tracy – EDUCAUSE Review, 2005
In this column, the author discusses the four key questions related to the National LambdaRail (NLR) networking technology. NLR uses Dense Wave Division Multiplexing (DWDM) to enable multiple networks to coexist on a national fiber footprint, and is owned and operated not by carriers, but by the research and education community. The NLR Board…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Information Technology, Program Descriptions, Research Universities
Cervone, Frank – Computers in Libraries, 2005
This article discusses network security for libraries. It indicates that there were only six exploit (security exposure) problems, worldwide, reported to the CERT Coordination Center back in 1988. In that year, the CERT had just been established to provide a clearinghouse for exchanging information about network security problems. By 2003, the…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Libraries, Computer Networks, Access to Information
Miller, Steven E.; Seiberling, Chris – Technology & Learning, 2004
This article represents the second part of a series in this journal called "How to Perform a Security Audit." It continues the conversation on setting up a process for identifying security-related concerns and implementation safeguards. It continues the conversation from the perspective of system monitoring. This article discusses how to use a…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Systems Analysis, Troubleshooting, Computer Networks
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