Publisher's Synopsis
This text addresses the growing subject of end user computing (EUC), offering an introduction to the major functions of EUC planning, support and management. Up-to-date coverage is provided of data communications, local area networks (LANS), and personal computer applications. Part 1 provides background information for planning, training and operating an information centre. Next, the book addresses small systems: PC hardware, software and applications (spreadsheets, data management systems, word processing), including coverage of the P/S 2 and Macintosh systems. Finally, there is discussion of large systems and networking, host systems, terminal interfaces, LANS and data communication.
