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Tanner, Dennis F.; Bane, Robert K. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Examines the current development of computer compact disk storage devices (CD-ROM). Describes the basics of how the CD-ROM operates and identifies educational uses. Lists companies currently providing CD-ROM software and producing CD-ROM players. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Software
Stover, Del – Executive Educator, 1986
Discusses computerization of student recordkeeping and the computers and software programs available for different school needs. (MD)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computers, Data Collection, Elementary Secondary Education

Helgerson, Linda W. – Library Hi Tech, 1986
Discusses search and retrieval software for use with CD-ROM. Background trends, how data are made usable, supply and demand, data preparation services, and capabilities of search software are described. Vendors of significant information retrieval products are identified, and the characteristics of 12 packages are compared. (Author/EM)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Database Producers, Databases
Huffman, G. David; Leigh, William E. – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1986
Describes a hardware/software configuration based on personal computers and commercially available generic software that has been assembled to support online bibliographic database searchers. Searchers' ability to trade scripts to transfer expertise in this complex field, and to provide facilities for post-processing of downloaded citations are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Information Storage, Merchandise Information, Microcomputers

Troxel, Duane K.; Chiavacci, Jim – TechTrends, 1985
Describes seven methods to transfer data from Apple computer disks to IBM computer disks and vice versa: print out data and retype; use a commercial software package, optical-character reader, homemade cable, or modem to pass or transfer data directly; pay commercial data-transfer service; or store files on mainframe and download. (MBR)
Descriptors: Character Recognition, Computer Software, Electronic Equipment, Information Storage
Hane, Paula – Online, 1984
This review of public domain software (written by individuals who release programs for free copying and distribution) focuses on disk utility programs which deal with the manipulation of files on disks (finding, moving, changing, viewing, organizing, storing). Sources for identifying programs and three addresses for software distribution are…
Descriptors: Catalogs, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Information Retrieval
Optical Information Systems, 1988
This annual directory includes names, addresses, and telephone numbers of major firms involved in the optical information field. Four major product groupings are represented: (1) interactive video; (2) WORM and erasable optical disks; (3) CD-ROM technologies; and (4) optical memory cards. An overview of the past year's developments in this field…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Consultants, Interactive Video

Jacso, Peter – Electronic Library, 1989
Discusses the wide variety of installation standards currently maintained by publishers of CD-ROM databases and the problems this can cause for users. Hardware and software requirements of various CD-ROM databases intended for use on IBM personal computers and compatibles are described. (five references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Database Producers, Equipment Standards
King, Alan – Online, 1989
Offers suggestions for avoiding common errors in online microcomputer use. Areas discussed include learning the basics; hardware protection; backup options; hard disk organization; software selection; file security; and the use of dedicated communications lines. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Efficiency, Equipment Maintenance
Gray, Peter J. – 1984
This manual on microcomputer-based database management programs provides a description of the key characteristics of database software as well as guidelines for designing a database, uses of database programs, and selecting the right software. Three sets of concepts related to database management are listed and explained: creating a database,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Data, Data Processing, Databases
Koga, James S. – 1988
Online searchers who download large amounts of data into a single ASCII file often have difficulty fitting that large file into their MS-DOS word processors for post-processing. This paper gives step-by-step instructions for using EDLIN, a text editor for DOS files, to break up a large downloaded file into smaller files. (1 reference) (Author/EW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Data Processing, Filing, Floppy Disks

Cordori, Michael – NASSP Bulletin, 1987
Describes a computer program developed by an assistant principal in Maryland that tracks and analyzes student discipline referrals. It has been helpful in developing an action plan that has reduced referrals to the assistant principal's office. Includes two figures. (MD)
Descriptors: Assistant Principals, Computer Software, Computers, Data Collection
Grimshaw, Anne – Information Management & Technology, 1997
Provides an overview of the 10th annual Headway ImagingIT exhibition. Describes new document management products, discusses case studies of large users of document management systems, and technology seminars on trends in document imaging and management systems, Intranets, optical storage, and developments in document imaging hardware and software.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Software, Information Management, Information Storage

Helfet, Jon – Electronic Library, 1996
Discusses library archival information as an essential element in librarians ability to establish themselves as competitive providers of information; describes problems with conventional archive storage methods; recommends recordable CD-ROMs for an electronic archiving media; and gives an example of document management software used with…
Descriptors: Archives, Competition, Computer Software, Information Storage
Amthor, Geoff – Multimedia Today, 1995
Discussion of digital media focuses on IBM's Digital Library which integrates information storage, management, search, retrieval, and distribution technologies to help content owners provide easy access while protecting and preserving materials. Highlights include capturing digital data, and examples of the use of Digital Library at two…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Software, Higher Education, Information Management