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Sholtys, Phyllis – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1983
The development of information systems using an engineering approach that uses both traditional programing techniques and fourth generation software tools is described. Fourth generation applications tools are used to quickly develop a prototype system that is revised as the user clarifies requirements. (MLW)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Processing, Higher Education, Information Systems
Hayes, L. Susan; Vogel, Judith A. – Database, 1982
Describes the development by Gould, Inc., S.E.L. Computer Systems Division, of an Information Management Package (IMP-32) for use in administration of the company's technical information center. Designing the system, the programs which are components of the system, and system functions are discussed. Included are eight figures illustrating system…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Processing, Information Centers, Information Systems
Alexander, George D. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1982
Clemson University has developed techniques and procedures to assist in the construction and maintenance of administrative systems. Procedures as well as the tools and techniques used by all systems are discussed: online report request software, online user table maintenance software, report supervisor and report writer software, etc. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computers, Data Processing, Higher Education
Miller, Michael J.; McMillan, Tom – Popular Computing, 1984
Defines in detail the three levels of IBM compatibility--operational, data, and MS-DOS--and also examines 16-bit microprocessors and the MS-DOS operating system, both of which play key roles in determining whether a given machine will run IBM software. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Electronic Equipment, Equipment Evaluation, Evaluation Criteria
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Radhakrishnan, T.; And Others – Information Processing and Management, 1982
Describes an interactive data retrieval system which was designed and implemented for casual users and which incorporates a user-friendly interface, aids to train beginners in use of the system, versatility in output, and error recovery protocols. A 14-item reference list and two figures illustrating system operation and output are included. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Databases, Design Requirements, Human Factors Engineering
Foote, Thomas – 1972
Computer routines to sort the weekly log records submitted by teachers participating in the Southwest Regional Laboratory's communications skills monitoring program are described. Written in Univac FORTRAN V, Weekly Log Record Sort (WLSORT) sorts log records on magnetic tape to enable subsequent computer programs to interpret the input data by…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Computer Programs, Data Processing, Flow Charts
Kline, Lanaii – 1972
Computer routines designed to determine if a song already exists in a song file data base are described. Written in FORTRAN IV, SONG FILE DATA MATCH compares the note sequence of songs in the data base and the one to be added to it. Information is then presented to the user which analyzes the sequence of notes and compares them to other songs.…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Data Processing, Databases, Design
Matthews, Joseph R. – Drexel Library Quarterly, 1981
Defines in general terms the nature of computers, describes the various types of computers, discusses the characteristics and applications of the types of computers mentioned, reviews some basic facts about computer technology and computer hardware, and outlines a set of options for libraries considering acquiring a computer system. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Computer Storage Devices, Computers
Porch, Ann – 1972
A series of computer programs and routines intended to assist researchers in the analysis of language usage--with a power comparable to statistical computer routines--was developed by the Southwest Regional Laboratory (SWRL). This document is one of a series that describes the design specifications for the individual modules which comprise the…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Content Analysis, Data Processing, Design
Porch, Ann – 1972
The Language Analysis Package (LAP) was developed by the Southwest Regional Laboratory (SWRL) to assist researchers in the analysis of language usage. The function of the KWIC (Keyword-in Context or Concordance) Module of the LAP is to produce keyword listings from the input text being analyzed. Such listings will contain location information…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Content Analysis, Data Processing, Design
Goodson, Bobby; And Others – Electronic Learning, 1983
Software collection development recommendations from principals and educational computing specialists focus on district control of software collections, budgeting, what to purchase (e.g., games versus educational programs), computer literacy, and computers as time savers for instructors. Recommended software programs are profiled, and an annotated…
Descriptors: Administrators, Budgets, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs
Soloway, Elliot; And Others – 1982
This report examines the features and performance of the BUG-FINDing component of MENO-II, a computer-based tutor for beginning PASCAL programming students. A discussion of the use of artificial intelligence techniques is followed by a summary of the system status and objectives. The two main components of MENO-II are described, beginning with the…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education
Wolfe, Howard; Foote, Thomas – 1972
Computer routines to summarize data and generate reports from weekly log records submitted by teachers participating in the Southwest Regional Laboratory's communications skills monitoring program are described. Written in Univac FORTRAN V, Communications Skills 1, Weekly Log Summary, Revision 1 (CS-1-WLSR1) displays information by student group,…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Computer Programs, Data Processing, Databases
Ikeda, Masumi – 1972
The preliminary system design of the computer-based Southwest Regional Laboratory's (SWRL) Financial System is outlined. The system is designed to produce various management and accounting reports needed to maintain control of SWRL operational and financial activities. Included in the document are descriptions of the various types of system…
Descriptors: Accounting, Computer Programs, Data Processing, Design
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Ikeda, Masumi – 1972
Computer routines to edit input data for the Southwest Regional Laboratory's (SWRL) Financial System are described. The program is responsible for validating input records, generating records for further system processing, and updating the Vendor Master File--a file containing the information necessary to support the accounts payable and…
Descriptors: Accounting, Computer Programs, Data Processing, Flow Charts
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