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Grosch, Audrey N. – Online, 1989
Discussion of the factors that should be considered when purchasing or upgrading a microcomputer focuses on the MS-DOS and OS/2 operating systems. Macintosh purchasing decisions are discussed in a sidebar. A glossary is provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Networks, Computer Storage Devices, Evaluation Criteria
Blair, John C., Jr. – Online, 1982
Describes the costs, programing languages, limitations, and capabilities of micro, mini, and mainframe computers, as well as specific computer projects and storage techniques, including disks, floppies, and videodiscs. Also discussed are links, networks, and computer features for libraries. A glossary and 22 references are provided. (RBF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Storage Devices, Computers, Costs
Pruett, Nancy Jones – Online, 1987
Describes the use of askSam, a flexible text based management system, for handling personal collections of bibliographic references. Sample programs and searches are provided for both unstructured (minimum input and programming by the user) and structure applications. (CLB)
Descriptors: Citations (References), Database Management Systems, Information Retrieval, Information Storage
