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Dodd, Julie E. – Communication: Journalism Education Today (C:JET), 1989
Points out the benefits of computer networking for scholastic journalism. Discusses three systems currently offering networking possibilities for publications: the Student Press Information Network; the Youth Communication Service; and the Dow Jones Newspaper Fund's electronic mail system. (MS)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, High Schools, Journalism Education
Rudy, Julia – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1989
Management of information technology at Dallas County Community College District is centralized. Information technology organization and planning, integrated data network, computer services, end user services, and educational technology are discussed. (MLW)
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Networks, Higher Education, Information Technology
McCarthy, Robert – Electronic Learning, 1989
This overview of the computer industry vendors that supply microcomputer hardware to educators for use in kindergarten through high school focuses on Apple, Tandy, Commodore, and IBM. The use of MS-DOS versus the operating system used in Apple computers is discussed, and pricing and service issues are raised. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Courseware, Elementary Secondary Education
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Minecci, Catherine M.; And Others – Information Services and Use, 1988
Approaches to improved productivity in the input cycle of database creation are discussed in three papers. The discussions include problems with and potential impacts of computer support for indexers; conversion from a minicomputer based indexing and abstracting production system to a microcomputer network; and a computerized system for…
Descriptors: Automatic Indexing, Bibliographic Records, Cataloging, Computer Networks
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
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Isaacs, Geoff – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1989
Describes implementation, support, and evaluation of computer assisted learning (CAL) projects at three universities: Project Athena at Massachusetts Institute of Technology; the Andrew network at Carnegie Mellon University; and a project at Stanford University. Topics discussed include work stations, microcomputers, computer networks, graphics,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Networks, Computer Software
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Wallmannsberger, Josef – Electronic Library, 1994
Discusses the World Wide Web (W3) and its relevance to a philosophy of science. Topics include PORIDGE, an electronically mediated encyclopedia of postmodern knowledge; hypertext mark-up language; W3 as a medium for information ecologies; the relationship between W3 and the user; social manufacture of knowledge; and W3 as a model. (29 references)…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Encyclopedias, Hypermedia
Learn, Larry L., Ed. – Library Hi Tech News, 1995
While most organizations, including libraries, can benefit from a structured wiring system, few likely have the expertise and resources to place, specify, and install network cabling by themselves. This article reviews common wiring plans, addresses basic concepts of structured wiring systems, and discusses the importance and benefits of such a…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Electrical Systems, Library Planning
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Deibel, Stephan R. A.; Greenes, Robert A. – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1995
Discusses limitations in the development of health care information systems; explains component methodology for complex software development, including component interface semantics; and describes Arachne, a development environment available via the Internet consisting of a set of tools that enables applications to be constructed through…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software Development, Information Systems, Internet
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Gay, Geri; Lentini, Marc – Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication, 1995
Examines student use of a prototype networked collaborative design environment to support or augment learning about engineering design. Finds that students use the channels for a variety of activities to increase depth of communication, increase breadth of communication, and overcome technical difficulty. Suggests that students need multiple…
Descriptors: Communication Research, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Cooperation
Perez, Ernest – Database, 1995
Describes Oregon Online, the gopher developed for Oregon to provide efficient public access and distribution of government information to citizens via Internet as well as by dial-up access. System development and planning, including the use of ASCII (American Standard Code Information Interchange) format rather than HTML (hypertext mark-up…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Dial Access Information Systems, Information Dissemination
McClanahan, Gloria – MultiMedia Schools, 1996
Rates three methods of arranging CD-ROM school networks: (1) peer-to-peer; (2) daisy chain configurations; and (3) dedicated CD-ROM file server. Describes the following network components: the file server, network adapters and wiring, the CD-ROM file server, and CD-ROM drives. Discusses issues involved in assembling these components into a working…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Elementary Secondary Education, Optical Data Disks
Harris, Judi – Computing Teacher, 1994
Explains client software tools that simplify two information access procedures on the Internet, i.e., file transfer and file access. The use of "Fetch" to explore and access file transfer protocol archives, and "TurboGopher," to explore and access Gopher servers, are described. (Contains two references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer Software, File Transfer Protocol
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Collins, Mauri P. – Interpersonal Computing and Technology Journal, 1993
Provides a basic introduction to computer networks and networking terminology. Topics addressed include modems; the Internet; TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol); transmission lines; Internet Protocol numbers; network traffic; Fidonet; file transfer protocol (FTP); TELNET; electronic mail; discussion groups; LISTSERV; USENET;…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, File Transfer Protocol, Information Networks, Information Sources
Machovec, George S. – Online Libraries and Microcomputers, 1993
Presents the first half of a selected glossary of terms commonly used in discussions relating to the Internet and the National Research and Education Network (NREN). Highlights include various network names; organizations; acronyms; network research testbeds; computer conferences; file transfer protocol; Gopher; knowbot; and limited systems…
Descriptors: Abbreviations, Computer Networks, File Transfer Protocol, Glossaries
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