This step-by-step guide to using AppleWorks V1.3 to format data disks for use with the Apple IIe computer covers (1) program loading; (2) selecting the add files menu; (3) selecting a different disk; (4) selecting disk 2; (5) returning to the main menu; (6) selecting other activities; (7) disk formatting; (8) volume naming; (9) entering the disk…

This step-by-step guide to using AppleWorks V2.0 to format data disks for use with the Apple IIgs computer covers (1) program loading; (2) selecting the add files menu; (3) selecting a different disk; (4) selecting disk 1; (5) returning to the main menu; (6) selecting other activities; (7) disk formatting; (8) volume naming; (9) using drive 1;…

This step-by-step guide to using AppleWorks V2.0 to format data disks for use with the Apple IIGS computer, includes program loading, selecting other activities, selecting a different disk or drive, selecting Disk 1, disk formatting, volume naming, using Disk 1 (Slot 6), formatting, using screen directions, exiting the format option, escaping the…

VALE (Vocational Assessment of Lost Earnings) is a computer-based information system that assesses loss of capacity to perform work and earn money as a result of disability. System uses the Worker Trait Characteristics associated with occupational titles, which are cross- referenced with national earnings data and number of employed persons in a…

Discusses issues relating to library software including: (1) the library market; (2) library participation in software development; (3) customer support; (4) software standards; (5) copy protection and software theft; and (6) software reviews. (MES)

This paper describes two BASIC computer programs that calculate Hotelling's T-square either for one sample or for two samples. Output of the progams includes the Mahalanobis distance D-square, the F ratio associated with T-square, and its probability level. (Author)

Describes selected training materials (books and programming aids) for computer programming. A list of materials is also provided. Each entry includes title, supplier, format, computer needed, special requirements, and current costs. (JN)

Discusses database agents which can be used to establish federated information bases by integrating heterogeneous databases. Highlights include characteristics of federated information bases, including incompatible database management systems, schemata, and frequently changing context; software agent technology; Java agents; system architecture;…

Uses a few heuristic examples to show how bootstrap analysis can be accomplished using some commonly available software programs. Until bootstrap analysis becomes an automated program option in standard statistical software, quantitative researchers may have to make do with these. (SLD)

Offers a descriptive table of software that helps higher education institutions orchestrate events. Information includes vendor, contact, software, price, database engine/server platform, specific features, and client type. (EV)

Describes relatively new statistical method, hierarchical linear modeling (HLM), for estimating linear equations that explain outcomes for members of groups as a function of characteristics of groups and characteristics of members. Illustrates theory, practice, and interpretation of HLM in school effects studies. Discusses other education…

Describes Program Information Files (PIFs), which run on DOS operating systems with Microsoft Windows to help run other programs. Options available in the standard mode and in the enhanced mode are explained, multitasking options are discussed, and memory options and application shortcut keys are described. (LRW)

Discusses computer viruses that attack the Macintosh and describes Symantec AntiVirus for Macintosh (SAM), a commercial program designed to detect and eliminate viruses; sample screen displays are included. SAM is recommended for use in library settings as well as two public domain virus protection programs. (four references) (MES)

Describes utility programs available for posttransfer processing files that have been downloaded from the Internet. Highlights include file compression; viewing graphics files; converting binary files to ASCII files; and how to find utility programs. (LRW)

Summarizes the problem of factorial invariance in between-group difference studies, proposes a simplified notation intended to facilitate discussion of the problem, and suggests a structured approach for testing large models. Two computer programs are offered to help with the computation. (SLD)