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Liu, Yipeng – ProQuest LLC, 2009
Network externalities or alternatively termed network effects are pervasive in computer software markets. While software vendors consider pricing strategies, they must also take into account the impact of network externalities on their sales. My main interest in this research is to describe a firm's strategies and behaviors in the presence of…
Descriptors: Information Technology, Competition, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness
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Vedder, Richard G. – Journal of Information Technology Education: Innovations in Practice, 2012
In October 2012, Microsoft will release the commercial version of its next operating system, presently called "Windows 8." This version represents a significant departure from the past. Microsoft wants this operating system to meet user needs regardless of physical platform (e.g., desktop, notebook, tablet, mobile phone). As part of this mission,…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Information Technology, Internet, Vendors
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Kuo, Kent; Wilson, Nancy – Educause Quarterly, 2001
Discusses negotiating with vendors when purchasing campus information technology. Describes the mechanics of a negotiation (deep discounts, maintenance and support costs, future discounts, warranties and remedies, training and consulting), vendor approaches to negotiating, composition of the negotiating team, and what to do after negotiations end.…
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Higher Education, Information Technology, Purchasing
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Stowe, Melinda – Journal of Library Administration, 1999
Discussion of methodologies for libraries to use when selecting an integrated library system focuses on the benefits of using a Request for Proposal (RFP), based on experiences at the University of Rochester. A copy of the system vision statement which describes the purpose of the RFP is appended. (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Selection, Higher Education, Information Technology
Graf, Nancy – Technology Connection, 1995
Provides guidelines for purchasing and installing CD-ROM technology in school libraries. Considerations include hardware and software selection and familiarity with new products. Two lists are provided that contain contact information for six companies and recommendations for six standard CD-ROM reference sources to include on a network. (JKP)
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Criteria, Guidelines
Graf, Nancy – Book Report, 1996
Examines the decision-making process of purchasing CD-ROMs for libraries. Evaluation criteria include hardware requirements, ease of installation, adequacy of documentation, user friendliness of displays, ease of searching, frequency of updates, downloading and printing capabilities, technical support, and vendor reputation. Identifies sources and…
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Software Selection, Downloading
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Goodrich, Jeanne – Journal of Library Administration, 1999
This case study describes the use of an information technology vendor conference to assure the smooth opening of a public library in Portland, Oregon. Vendors for hardware, telecommunications, integrated library systems, and networks met with library administration and staff to troubleshoot problems and share information and to ensure a timely…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Conferences
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Klingler, Tom – Journal of Library Administration, 1999
Provides a checklist of concerns for libraries planning to implement shared research databases in a consortium environment, based on experiences at OhioLINK. Highlights include database selection criteria, licensing, pricing, funding, vendor considerations, database profiling, custom data processing, hardware selection, database access,…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Check Lists, Computer Selection, Computer Software
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Doering, David – CD-ROM Professional, 1996
Discusses issues to consider in selecting a CD-ROM network solution, including throughput (speed of data delivery), security, access, servers, key features, training, jukebox support, documentation, and licenses. Reviews software products offered by Novell, Around Technology, Micro Design, Smart Storage, Microtest, Meridian, CD-Connection,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Software Development, Computer Software Reviews
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Lieberman, 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