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Peer reviewedMitchell, Donald P.; Scigliano, John A. – Internet and Higher Education, 2000
Describes the development of an online learning environment for a visually impaired professional. Topics include physical barriers, intellectual barriers, psychological barriers, and technological barriers; selecting appropriate hardware and software; and combining technologies that include personal computers, Web-based resources, network…
Descriptors: Audiotape Recordings, Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection
Wodarz, Nan – School Business Affairs, 1997
Outlines the factors in hardware, software, and administration to consider in developing specifications for choosing a computer operating system. Compares Microsoft Windows 95/NT that runs on PC/Intel-based systems and System 7.5 that runs on the Apple-based systems. Lists reasons why the Microsoft platform clearly stands above the Apple platform.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
DeMillion, John A. – School Business Affairs, 1998
An article by Nan Wodarz in the November 1997 issue listed reasons why the Microsoft computer operating system was superior to the Apple Macintosh platform. This rebuttal contends the Macintosh is less expensive, lasts longer, and requires less technical staff for support. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedLieberman, Paula – CD-ROM Professional, 1995
Provides an overview of developments in CD-ROM networking technology and describes products offered by Axis, Banyan (VINES--network operating environment), CD Connection, Celerity, Data/Ware, Document Imaging Systems Corporation (DISC), Imagery, Jodian, Meridian, Micro Design International, Microsoft, Microtest, Novell, OnLine Computer Systems,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Reviews
Download full textDenholm, Lawrence – 1991
The program for City Technical Colleges (CTCs) draws on ideas and resources from government, private industry, and education to focus on the educational needs of inner city and urban children. Mathematics, science, and technology are at the center of the CTCs' mission, in a context which includes economic awareness and a commitment to enterprise…
Descriptors: British National Curriculum, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software Selection
Sylvia, Margaret – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1993
Describes one college library's experience with a gateway for dial-in access to its CD-ROM network to increase access to automated index searching for students off-campus. Hardware and software choices are discussed in terms of access, reliability, affordability, and ease of use. Installation problems are discussed, and an appendix lists product…
Descriptors: Access to Information, College Libraries, Computer Networks, Computer Software
New York State Education Dept., Albany. – 1991
This manual is intended to provide directors of funded programs and teachers with an awareness of a wide range of technology services, programs, and applications for improving the quality and effectiveness of instructional support services in New York State schools. The first of nine chapters contains two papers: "Technology Support for…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Educational Improvement
