DM:4.1.1 Software

The ideas software package will be used to perform the basic laboratories. (Version 6 will be used by the entire class). Ideas version7 is available, but it cannot be run effectively by the entire class, so Ideas version 6 will be the standard. Other software programs are provided on floppy disk. These are only intended for short term use, and are shareware. What this means is that if you plan to use them in the future, you are encouraged to send a small fee to the developer. (This model of software development and distribution should be encouraged) In addition, other software, will be made available for projects, and one of the assignments.

DM:4.1.2 Computer Resources

As usual the internet is a valuable source of information and software. You are encouraged to search the net for other software packages.

In addition, email will be the preferred method of communication. In general this will require less time, and get faster responses. email addresses, and computer accounts will be discussed in the first class.