Information technology is not enough without knowledge management. People who oversee and support knowledge management are essential. The move to knowledge management systems may eclipse training and development unless trainers help people learn about learning and about sharing their knowledge. (JOW)

The data contained on desktop computer systems and networks pose security issues for virtually every district. Sensitive information can be protected by educating users, altering the physical layout, using password protection, designating access levels, backing up data, reformatting floppy disks, using antivirus software, and installing encryption…

Discusses affordable and practical security solutions, such as networked video systems, that are available to meet schools' needs for highly functional, low-cost surveillance. (EV)

Discussion of the recent computer virus attacks on computers with vulnerable operating systems focuses on the values of educational computer networks. The need for computer security procedures is emphasized, and the ethical use of computer hardware and software is discussed. (LRW)

Examines nicknames of Internet Relay Chat (IRC) users, whose identities are condensed into a single line which states their nicknames, the electronic address, and a slogan or the users' real names. Demonstrates that although people play games with their nicknames, the nicknames they choose are an inherent part of their Net identity and their…

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.)…

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)

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)

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…

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)

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)

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…

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)

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)

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)