This book presents the proceedings of a 1976 Interuniversity Communications Council (EDUCOM) conference focusing on the successful application of computer networking to education and research in North American universities. Thirty-two papers share the common theme of the need for management and planning, user services and support, and facilitating organizations. Topics include: (1) issues in computer networking, with emphasis on political, legal, technological, and marketing problems; (2) applications of computer networking to library use and administration, as well as to education and research in the health, physical, and chemical sciences; and (3) practical aspects of administering computer networks. A directory of participants is included in the appendices. (Author/KP)