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Peer reviewedCaverly, David C.; Broderick, Bill – Journal of Developmental Education, 1993
Explains how to access the Internet, discussing hardware and software considerations, connectivity, and types of access available to users. Describes the uses of electronic mail; TELNET, a method for remotely logging onto another computer; and anonymous File Transfer Protocol (FTP), a method for downloading files from a remote computer. (MAB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Computer Software
Peer reviewedDowning, Jeff – RSR Reference Services Review, 1988
Examines four areas of planning for libraries before incorporating CD-ROM reference systems: (1) hardware, including a microcomputer, CD-ROM reader, and printer; (2) databases; (3) search and retrieval software; and (4) user education. (3 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Databases, Evaluation Criteria
Lengel, James G.; Kendall, Diane S. – 1995
This publication teaches parents and their grades 3-8 children how to create simple essays and multimedia presentations, all designed to produce more interesting and better quality school assignments. Each chapter presents several cogent ideas for turning a homework assignment into a creative computer project, as well as step-by-step instructions…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Peripherals, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
