Understanding the computing system domain of advanced computing with microcomputers
Accepting the challenge by the Executive Office of the President, Office of Science and Technology Policy for research to keep pace with technology, the author surveys the knowledge domain of advanced microcomputers. The paper provides a general background for social scientists in technology traditionally relegated to computer science and engineering. The concept of systems integration serves as a framework of understanding for the various elements of the knowledge domain of advanced microcomputing. The systems integration framework is viewed as a series of interrelated building blocks composed of the domain elements. These elements are: the processor platform, operating system, display technology, mass storage, application software, and human-computer interface. References come from recent articles in popular magazines and journals to help emphasize the easy access of this information, its appropriate technical level for the social scientist, and its transient currency. 78 refs., 3 figs.
- Research Organization:
- Oak Ridge National Lab. (ORNL), Oak Ridge, TN (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- DOE/ER
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC05-84OR21400
- OSTI ID:
- 7184627
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-9004177-1; ON: DE90009825
- Resource Relation:
- Journal Volume: 9; Journal Issue: 1; Conference: Advanced computing for the social sciences conference, Williamsburg, VA (USA), 10-12 Apr 1990
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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