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Kolodziej, Leo; Holland, John – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the basic hardware, peripheral devices, system software, graphics capabilities, operations, and other features of the low-cost Commodore VIC-20 color microcomputer system. Included are three simultaneous musical tones plus one noise generator. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices
Stewart, George – Popular Computing, 1982
Describes and evaluates the basic hardware, peripheral devices, functions, capabilities, and available software for the TI-99/4A home computer. A table summarizes the computer's specifications. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Input Output Devices, Merchandise Information
Doll, David M. – Creative Computing, 1981
This article and chart compare 12 computers starting at $200 to $1500. The addresses of the 11 manufacturers are provided along with basic information on each machine. (MP)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Science, Computers, Consumer Economics
Steinhart, David – American School and University, 1980
Replacement windows can help solve energy waste problems as well as maintenance problems if the right types are chosen. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Air Flow, Energy Conservation, Equipment Evaluation, Facility Improvement
Jerpbak, H. L. – American School and University, 1980
How to verify performance claims with an onsite testing before buying replacement windows. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Air Flow, Equipment Evaluation, Evaluation Criteria, Facility Improvement
Peer reviewedGabor, Andre – Economics, 1980
Discusses a study undertaken by the Nottingham University Consumer Study Group to determine market operation for popular convenience foods in England. Information is presented on distribution of purchases, brand loyalties of respondents to a questionnaire regarding convenience foods, and market fluctuation due to inflation. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Consumer Economics, Economics, Food
Shimanoff, Perry S. – American School and University, 1980
A gasoline operated air blower saves time, improves the quality of work, reduces operator fatigue, and costs less to use than a push broom. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Secondary Education, Equipment Evaluation, Higher Education
Williams, Don – American School and University, 1980
Formulas for clearer finishes with improved wearing qualities will help schools and universities curb the high cost of maintenance. (Author)
Descriptors: Efficiency, Elementary Secondary Education, Flooring, Higher Education
Peer reviewedLundeen, Gerald – Special Libraries, 1981
Examines the present and future capabilities of microcomputers for personal use, and discusses the requirements for such individualized systems, including software and hardware considerations. A glossary is provided, and 31 references are cited. (FM)
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Computer Programs, Computer Storage Devices, Family Environment
Peer reviewedPollay, Richard W.; And Others – Journalism Quarterly, 1980
Details a study of advertising appearing on United States and Canadian television. Findings suggest that the traditional economic defense of advertising as a source of information for the consumer is a weak one. (FL)
Descriptors: Advertising, Consumer Protection, Government Role, Information Sources
Peer reviewedJoiner, Lee Marvin; And Others – Educational Leadership, 1980
Advice on the purchasing and use of computers in schools. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Science, Computers
Odom, Jeffrey V. – American Metric Journal, 1979
This discussion of metric sizes of consumer goods covers topics such as: federal, state, and local laws; converting package size; and consumer education. (MP)
Descriptors: Consumer Education, Food Standards, Mathematics Education, Measurement
Bergson, Henry P. – American School and University, 1979
National safety codes and regulations mandate emergency lighting for exit signs and the paths to them. Information is provided about some of the systems available. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Emergency Programs, Higher Education, Lighting Design
McMakin, Matt; Parry, James Kibo – New Media, 1998
CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) is the latest advance in compact disc technology, permitting the erasure and reuse of space up to 1,000 times at a slightly higher cost than CD-Recordable (CD-R). This article reviews and rates twelve CD-RW drives and highlights packet-writing software that allows files to be recorded a few at a time by dropping them onto the…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Equipment Evaluation, Merchandise Information
Raeder, Aggi – Searcher, 1997
Discusses the use of the World Wide Web to order books, find information about current books, and find out-of-print titles, and provides an annotated list of Web sites relating to bookstores and book reviews. (LRW)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Book Reviews, Books, Bookstores
