African studies computer resources
| Autor: | Patricia S. Kuntz |
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| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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| Zdroj: | College & Research Libraries News. 55:68-74 |
| ISSN: | 2150-6698 0099-0086 |
| Popis: | African studies computer resources that are resdily available in the United States with linkages to Africa are described, highlighting those most directly corresponding to African content. Africanists can use the following four fundamental computer systems: (1) Internet/Bitnet; (2) Fidonet; (3) Usenet; and (4) dial-up bulletin board services. The history and features of each of these systems are described, with information for potential users, including the electronic mail capabilities that are currently available. Distribution lists and African-related discussion groups are presented. For Africanists seeking direct contacts in Africa, at least 25 African countries offer network connections. The four computer networks and their facilities should be readily available for Africanists, who are finding proficiency in computer technology a requirement for research and teaching. A table lists networking organizations and African Studies Centers. (SLD) *********************************************************************** Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document. *********************************************************************** AFRICAN STUDIES COMPUTER RESOURCES Patricia S. Kuntz (Curriculum & Instruction) University of Wisconsin Madison U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Othce 04 Educations, Research and Improvement EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER (ERIC) Ii Th,s document has been reproduced as received (torn the perSon or organizabon originaling 0 Mmor changes have been made to .-4:aoye reproduchnn quahly Points of view ot opintons staled in (hist:loco. rnent do not necessardy represent o)ficial OF RI pOSition or pohcy UW African Studies BBS (608) 262-9689 8,N,1 2400 kuntz Bitnet kuntz@wiscmacc Internet kuntz@macc.wisc.edu kuntz@p3.f25.n121.z1.fidonet.org Fidonet kuntz 1:121/25.3 This paper will focus on African studies computer resources readily available in the U.S. with linkages to Africa. Since the actual number uf resources change daily, this article will highlight the ones most directly corresponding to African content. Africanists can utilize four fundamental computer systems: Internet/Bitnet, Fidonet, Usenet, and dial-up bulletin board services (BBS). Knowledge of these systems is critical for research, teaching, administration, and extension. On these four networks, a variety of features are available: E-mail, Distribution Lists, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Gophers, and Telnet. Arthur McGee provides updated information concerning services on these networks.' For a complete list of files, contact: Internet: [amcgee@netcom.com] [amcgee@eis.calstate.edu] BDPA BAC: [1-707-552-3314] to [Arthur McGee] Data Bits Online: [1-213-295-6094] to [Arthur McGee] Compuserve: [72377,1351] Voice: [1-310-320-BYTE] BLACKBBS.MSG = AFRIMAIL.MSG = AFRINEWS.MSG = AFRISITE.MSG = BBS List Internet/BITnet Mailing Lists Usenet Newsgroups Online Information Sites "PERMISSION TO REPRODUCE THIS MATERIAL HAS BEEN GRANTED BY |
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