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Wodarz, Nan – School Business Affairs, 2002
Describes three-step guide to choosing computer hardware: Determining system requirements, making the purchase, living with your choices. (PKP)
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Electronic Equipment, Elementary Secondary Education, Guides
McKinley, Thomas W. – School Business Affairs, 1994
The area of finance should be the first one to be automated or upgraded with computers. After a needs analysis, a computer consultant will work with management to determine a realistic budget that will get the most computing power for the dollars available. Offers 10 tips for working with consultants. (MLF)
Descriptors: Budgeting, Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Consultants
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
Hanna, Rita M.; And Others – School Business Affairs, 1994
Technology training must be understood within the context of lifelong learning for school personnel. A districtwide technology committee and an independent consulting group should develop a three-year technology plan that includes the hardware platform, software applications, technology training, and support components. Lists six educational…
Descriptors: Administrators, Computer Anxiety, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks
