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Douglas, Charles H.; Edwards, John S. – Educational Technology, 1979
Defines terminology relevant to microcomputers. (RAO)
Descriptors: Computers, Definitions, Glossaries, Microcomputers
Download full textWilling, Kathlene R.; Girard, Suzanne – 1984
Suitable for children from grades four to seven, this dictionary is designed to introduce children to computer terminology at a level that they will understand and find useful. It is also suitable as a home resource for parents, for library use, and as a handbook for teachers. For each word, the first sentence of the definition contains the kernel…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computers, Definitions, Dictionaries
Franklin, Carl – Online, 1989
Clarifies the definition of hypertext by contrasting traditional database management systems and associative information management systems software. Relative strengths and weaknesses of each approach are discussed, and useful applications of hypertext on personal computers are described. A glossary and a directory of product information are…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Definitions
Byers, T. J. – Popular Computing, 1984
Discusses major features of an effective local network of microcomputers within a business: (1) particular transmission medium used; (2) the way data is transmitted over that medium; and (3) the way access to the network is shared among the devices. A data communications glossary is provided. (MBR)
Descriptors: Business, Definitions, Design, Glossaries
Thomason, Nevada – School Library Media Quarterly, 1982
Provides an overview of the impact of computers, particularly microcomputers, on school libraries and learning resources centers, with an emphasis upon computer technology and the types of library operations computers can perform. A glossary of vocabulary from the computer field, a reference list, and a 26-item bibliography are included. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Definitions, Glossaries, Input Output Devices
Donohoe, Alycia; And Others – 1995
This technology glossary was developed to aid new users of technology as well as those beginning to become familiar with computers. It contains 230 definitions written in concise lay terms intended to help words become meaningful and alive for the user. The glossary defines terms as appropriate to IBM-type and Macintosh computer programs. A…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Citations (References), Computer Software
Peer reviewedDiSpezio, Michael A. – Science and Children, 1989
An overview of the basics of computers is presented. Definitions and discussions of processing, programs, memory, DOS, anatomy and design, central processing unit (CPU), disk drives, floppy disks, and peripherals are included. This article was designed to help teachers to understand basic computer terminology. (CW)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Computer Uses in Education
