An elementary school principal shares some anecdotes about Utah schools' leadership in using the Internet. He describes Salt Lake City youngsters' e-mail communications with other elementary schoolers in Russia, England, Hong Kong, and elsewhere. Although cost can be a limiting factor, the educational benefits of Net-surfing are substantial. (MLH)

A survey was sent via electronic mail (email) to 116 Montana extension staff. Forty agents and 13 specialists returned it via email; 26 agents and 17 specialists via regular mail. One-third were not comfortable with completing an electronic survey, although it is an easier and less costly method. (SK)

Educational technology applications in California include (1) OTAN's Online Communication System--electronic mail and an information database; (2) Educard, a computer chip card for storing and retrieving student information; and (3) staff development via satellite in Los Angeles County Schools' Educational Telecommunications Network. (SK)

Explains how to become more knowledgeable about using resources available on Internet. Four main areas are discussed: (1) print media resources; (2) learning to use a personal computer effectively, including the maintenance of hard disks; (3) electronic mail; and (4) interactive networking. Current and future improvements to make networks more…

Describes computer networks and conferences dedicated to environmental education and activism. Gives the electronic and surface mail addresses of contacts for the Association for Progressive Communications in 12 countries. (SK)

Discussion of computer-mediated communication focuses on the development of the BITNET computer network. The use of BITNET for interactive messaging, batch file transfer, and electronic mail is described; server programs are explained; and possible future developments of BITNET are discussed. (seven references) (LRW)

Describes the use of MOKE, a basic IBM-compatible Japanese language word processor with a built in Japanese-to-English dictionary that functions as a text editor and also as a preparer and reader of electronic mail in Japanese. (CB)

Outlines two approaches to the pedagogic use of computer-mediated communication, to give students familiarity with a technology increasingly important to media professionals. Offers topic illustrations for use in various courses, and gives tips for going online. (SR)

Documents the nature and extent of electronic bulletin board use. Compares predictions about the success of collaborative media based on two theoretical perspectives: file contribution levels, and system adoption rates. Finds both to be related to a measure of symmetry in user participation. (NH)

Suggests that researchers studying electronic mail should consider the effects of variables of form (which include both specific technological designs and the diversity of documents which can be transmitted) and think of e-mail from a broad perspective: as an environment in which a diverse range of writing and research practices can be exercised…

Discusses the early history and current proliferation of computer viruses that occur on Macintosh and DOS personal computers, mentions virus detection programs, and offers suggestions for how libraries can protect themselves and their users from damage by computer viruses. (LRW)

Analyzes the communication norms of the major forms of computer-mediated communication, including electronic mail, mailing lists, Usenet and other bulletin board systems, interactive messaging, multiuser domains (MUDs), and mass-broadcast media. New uses and the development of standards, or norms, are discussed. (Contains 11 references.) (LRW)

Explains listservs (services to which subscribers may send communications for distribution to all other subscribers to the listserv) that are available through e-mail on the Internet; how they differ from newsgroups; how to host your own list; different types of lists, including open lists, controlled lists, and moderated lists; and how to…

Reports on research into an electronic bulletin board devoted to the topic of suicide. Over an 11-month period, participants offered each other valuable resources in terms of validation of experience, sympathy, acceptance, and encouragement. They also asked proactive questions and furnished broad-ranging advice. Compares the bulletin board to…

Examines some frequently encountered unsolicited computer intrusions, including computer viruses, worms, Java applications, trojan horses or vandals, e-mail spamming, hoaxes, and cookies. Also discusses virus-protection software, both for networks and for individual users. (LRW)