Institutions of higher education in the United States are making use of educational communication networks, such as the National Science Foundation's INTERNET system, to enhance research and learning. Such information networks are used to exchange information electronically, and exist not only in the United States, but also in other countries.…

Prepared with the new user in mind, this manual is designed to make the process of learning to use a computer bulletin board system (CBBS) easier, and to make continued use more effective. The manual provides a detailed review of the commands, procedures, and display screens needed for access to the School Board Bulletin Board System, an…

This proceedings provides the texts of opening remarks, the official welcome, and 37 papers presented at an international symposium on the theme, "Computer Conferencing: Allied Technologies and New Applications." The papers are divided into seven categories: (1) Distance and Adult Education; (2) Socio-Psychological Issues; (3) Computer…

Electronic mail and message systems are playing an increasing role in the work performed today, and both the effects and the side-effects of this new communication medium can be substantial. This report discusses a number of issues related to the use of electronic mail and suggests guidelines for its effective use. The report focuses on some…

College alumni associations are providing graduates with such electronic services as bulletin boards, computer mailing lists, online alumni magazines and newsletters, alumni forums on commercial networks, and electronic mail addresses. Other anticipated uses of the technology include fund raising, classes offered on networks, electronic bookstore…

Describes two electronic conferences (e-conferences) available on the Internet: e-mail-based discussion groups and Usenet news groups. Presents tips to help users of e-conferences increase the benefits of knowledge-sharing via these conferences. Sidebars present the largest library-related e-conferences, e-conferences gatewayed to Usenet, and an…

A technology integration consultant for the Roseville, Minnesota, school district surveyed two electronic mailing lists, LM-NET (Library Media Network) and ED-TECH (Educational Technology), to identify the top educational resources on the Internet. Fifteen educational resources are described and e-mail subscription information is provided. (AEF)

Examines new opportunities for wireless technologies on the Internet and discusses electronic mail, costs, problems, vendors of cellular modems, improvements, Cellular Digital Packet Data (CDPD) services, high-performance wireless networks, and satellites. Describes type, coverage, approximate speed, availability, and Internet access of major…

Defines and evaluates the capabilities of computer mediated communication (CMC). Current literature concerned with the use of CMC in instruction is reviewed, and a research proposal is presented for studying CMC uses in speech communication instruction. (JKP)

A random sample of bulletin board users was selected from two online services, and they were interviewed using electronic mail; the bulletin board audience was characterized, focusing on adopters (characteristics that users possess) and social impacts (benefits, usage patterns, and how bulletin board use affects other communications media). (AEF)

The Internet can enhance education for students of all ages. The article explains how to begin on the Internet, discussing what e-mail is and how to use it for networking or generating assignments. A section for experienced users examines common Internet tools. Resources for using the Internet are included. (SM)

The X.500 Directory Service provides a mechanism for finding information about people, organizations, services, network hardware, and more in the global network environment. Issues involved in X.500 participation by an organization include management support, data gathering, rights and concerns of individuals, access control, privacy, accuracy,…

This fact sheet about the INTERNET Gopher, an information distribution system combining features of electronic bulletin board services and databases, describes information availability, gateways with other servers, how the system works, and how to access Gopher. Addresses and telephone numbers for additional information or news about Gopher are…

Discussion of the protection of intellectual property on the Internet suggests strong regulation of content. Topics addressed include economic losses; access control; encryption; educating the public on copyright law; illegal bulletin board systems; software piracy; copyright infringement; downloading copyrighted material; fair use; and copyright…

Between the infancy and the adulthood of online communications stand years of generational haggling between educators raised on the book and those hooked on the byte. The telecommunications infrastructure (phone lines, electronic bulletin boards, and international networks) can already help teachers bring within reach a world of people and…