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Thomas R. Lindlof: Computing Tales: Parents' Discourse About Technology and Family
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 291-309. [PDF] [References]

Bruce MacLeod, David Leon, and James Phillips: The Household Registration System: A Database Program Generator for Longitudinal Studies of Households
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 310-328. [Abstract] [PDF] [References]

Janice D. Callahan and Stephen W. Sorensen: Using TETRAD II as an Automated Exploratory Tool
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 329-336. [Abstract] [PDF] [References]

Steven E. Follin: The Essentials of Scientific Visualization: Basic Tools and an Example
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 337-354. [Abstract] [PDF] [References]

: A Reply to "Why Sociological Computing Gets No Respect"/ George H. Conklin
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 355-358. [PDF] [References]

: Rejoinder to George H. Conklin/Grant Blank
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 358-361. [PDF] [References]

: FRAME: A Computer Program for Simulating Personality, Cultural, and Other Consonance-Seeking Informational Systems/Donal E. Muir
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 361-367. [PDF] [References]

G. David Garson: Anthropology
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 368-385. [PDF]

: Software Reviews : AECONIntro: Computer Aided Instruction for Introductory EconomicsPublisher: Intellimation, POB 1530, 130 Cremona Drive, Santa Bar- bara, CA 93116-1530; 805-968-2291 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 2.0 Materials: 3 diskettes, n-page manual Price: $55 for single copy, $220 for a lab pack of 10 Machine Specificity: Macintosh (Windows version under development) System Requirements: Mac Plus or greater with hard drive and HyperCard 2.0 or later Effectiveness: Very Good User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Very Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 386-387. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : MacroBytesPublisher: Worth Publishers, Inc., 33 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003; 212-475-6000; FAX 212-505-9570 Year of Publication: 1992 Version Reviewed: 1.1 Materials: 3.5" or 5.25" diskette and 43-page guide Price: $12.95 single user, $125 site license Machine Specificity: The program and accompanying overlay and data files are distributed for IBM Pcs and true compatibles only System Requirements: An IBM Pc or true compatible, at least 512K of RAM, either monochrome graphics capability (Hercules or compatible) or color graphics capability (CGA, EGA, and VGA), and eithera floppy disk drive (3.5" or 5.25") or hard disk. The program also supports HP LaserJet, IBM Proprinter, Epson, and compatible printers. Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Excellent when combined with Macroeconomics by N. Gregory Mankiw (Worth Publishers, Inc., 1992)
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 387-392. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Congressional DatabasePublisher: National Planning and Consulting Corporation, POB 140489, Coral Gables, FL 33114-0489; 305-442-1133 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: i.o Materials: 9-page manual and diskettes (2 5.25" 360K disks, containing the program and data, or i 3.5" 720K disk, containing both the program and the data); the program is written in Microsoft BASIC Price: $90 plus shipping and handling; biennial updates of the data $40 each; volume (but not educational) discounts available for purchases of 10 or more packages; no site licenses currently available Machine Specificity: An IBM-compatible machine; the publisher is considering an Apple-based version System Requirements: 640K RAM; hard disk is highly recommended; DOS 3.1 or higher Effectiveness: Good User-Friendliness: Excellent; exceptionally easy to install and use Documentation: Excellent
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 392-393. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : U.S. PresidentsPublisher: Wayzata Technology Inc., POB 807, Grand Rapids, MN 55744; 218-326-0597; 800-735-7321 Year of Publication: 1991 Materials: 1 CD-ROM, 1 3.5" Macintosh diskette, i-page installation instructions Price: Individual copy $39 list, street price $25 Machine Specificity: Apple Macintosh version reviewed Effectiveness: Fair User-Friendliness: Very Good Documentation: Minimal
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 393-394. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : The Presidents: It All Started With GeorgePublisher: National Geographic Society, Educational Media Division, Washington, DC 20036; 800-342-4460 Year of Publication: 1992 Version Reviewed: 1.0 Materials: CD-ROM disk, instruction manual Price: $149.95 ($99 for educational institutions) Machine Specificity: IBM-compatible computers System Requirements: Hard disk, 640K RAM, CD-ROM drive, VGA monitor, mouse, audio adapter card, headphone or speakers; Microsoft CD-ROM Extensions 2.1 or later and MS-DOS 3.3 or later Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Excellent
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 394-395. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Mystat: Statistical Applications (DOS Edition)Publisher: Course Technology, Inc., One Main Street, Cambridge, MA 20142; 617-225-2595 Year of Publication: 1992 Version reviewed: 2.1 Materials: 164-page paperback manual; 5.25" disk with compressed files Price: $14.95 Machine Specificity: MS-DOS computers System Requirements: 320K RAM; 2 drives Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Good Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 395-397. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Lisrel/PrelisPublisher: Scientific Software Inc., 1525 East 53 Street, Suite 906, Chicago, IL 60615; 312-684-4920; FAX 312-684-4979 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 7.20~I.20 Materials: Two double-density 3.5" disks; 316-page LISREL manual and 146-page PRELIS manual in 3-ring binders Price: $460 ($530, 386/486 Dos Extender of os/2 version; $590 Mac II version) Machine Specificity: Pc or Macintosh II System Requirements: 640K RAM (2M RAM in the Dos Extended version) in Pc version Effectiveness: Excellent User-friendliness: Good Documentation: Good for advanced students familiar with LISREL models, poor to fair for statistically knowledgeable students not familiar with LISREL
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 397-398. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : TableCurvePublisher: Jandel Scientific, 65 Koch Rd., Corte Madera, CA 94925; 800-874-1888; 415-924-8640; FAX 415-924-2850 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 3.01 Materials: 2 disks; 386-page 3-ring manual in binder Price: $495 Machine Specificity: MS-DOS computers, including older 8086 and 8088 varieties System Requirements: DOS 3.0 or higher; 640K RAM; EGA, VGA, IBM 8514, IBM PC-3270, ATT, or Hercules graphics adapter and monitor; hard disk with 1.8MB free space; 6ooK of any combination of expanded (EMS) or extended (xMs) memory or hard-disk virtual memory is required at a minimum and 1.5MB is required for maximum- size data tables. Math coprocessor strongly recommended. Graphicsprinter strongly recommended for output. Mouse input optional. Windows in 386 enhanced mode is supported but not required. Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Excellent
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 398-402. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Raosoft SurveyPublisher: Raosoft Inc., 6645 NE Windemere Road, Seattle, wA 98115; 206-525-4025 ; FAX 206-525-4947. Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 2.0 Materials: 3.5" and 5.25" disks; 314-page manual; quick reference card; 21-page booklet "A Practical Guide to Survey Development" Price: $495; demo version available; SurveyFirst version is $195 but is limited to 150 responses and lacks some features. Machine Specificity: MS-DOS System Requirements: 512K RAM Effectiveness: Good User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 402-403. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Corana Correspondence AnalysisPublisher: Saxe Research, 5248 Pizzo Ranch Rd., La Canada, CA 91011; 818-952-2446; FAX 818-952-8117 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 1.80 Materials: 1 3.5" disk, 149-page manual Price: $295; a demo version is available for $5 Machine Specificity: MS-DOS computers System Requirements: 4i5x RAM, printer with 132-character line capacity (compressed mode okay), hard disk with 360K plus data space free; word processor or text editor highly recommended Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Good Documentation: Excellent
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 403-405. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : NCSS: Power Analysis and Sample Size (PASS)Publisher: Jerry L. Hintze, 329 N. 1000 East, Kaysville, UT 84037; 8oi- 546-0445; FAX 801-546-3907 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: i.o Materials: 248-page manual, 4 5.25" disks Price: $149 Machine Specificity: MS-DOS computers System Requirements: 512K RAM, 2 floppy drives or a hard disk with 2 to 5MB free; graphics printer and/or plotter highly recommended Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Good Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 405-407. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : NeuralWorks Professional II/PlusPublisher: NeuralWare Inc., Penn Center West, Building Iv, Suite 227, Pittsburgh, PA 15276; 412-787-8222; FAX 412-787-8220 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 4.04 (MS-DOS version) Materials: 4 5.25" diskettes, 36o-page Neural Computing reference text, 352-page Reference Guide manual, 138-page Using NWorks step-by-step tutorial, 50-page Pc System Guide Price: $1,895 plus $340 annual maintenance fee except $3,995/$720 for Sun version; a limited version called NeuralWorks Explorer ($99) is available for educational uses for Macintosh or MS-DOS Machine Specificity: 80286 MS-DOS machines or higher, Macintosh, SUN workstations, IBM Rs6ooo, and others System Requirements: MS-DOS 3.2 or higher; 640K RAM plus 1MB extended memory (2MB on 80386 machines); hard drive with at least 4MB free disk space; VGA, EGA, extended CGA, or Hercules graphics adapter; math coprocessor recommended for 80286 machines, required for 80386 machines; mouse highly recommended Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Good to excellent: still an advanced package, but highly improved in user-friendliness for novice and intermediate users Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 407-409. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Victory Over Statistics (tutorial written by Rita Varela)Publisher: GTE Data Services, Inc., Telecom Park, POB 290152, Temple Terrace, FL 813-978-4000 Year of Publication: 1989 Version Reviewed: Revised edition Materials: 1 5.25", 360KB diskette, 213-page manual Price: $35 plus $4 postage U.S., volume discount available Machine Specificity: IBM Pc and compatible System Requirements: 128KB RAM required, DOS version 3.10 compatibility, 1 5.25" diskette drive Effectiveness: Fair User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 409-411. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : HyperResearch and NUDISTHyperResearch Publisher: Researchware, POB 1258, Randolph, MA 02368-1258; 617- 961-3909 ; E-mail PAUL@BCVMS.BITNET Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 1.32 Materials: i 3.5" diskette, 128-page user's manual Price: $175 Machine Specificity: Macintosh System Requirements: IMB RAM (2MB strongly recommended), system version 6.0 or later, HyperCard version 1.2 or later, hard disk Effectiveness: Good User-Friendliness: Very Good Documentation: Good NUDIST (Non-numerical Unstructured Data Indexing, Searching, and Theorizing) Publisher: Applied Computing Research Institute, La Trobe University, Bundoora, Vic 3083, Australia; 011-61-3-479-1311; FAX 011-61-3- 470-4915; E-mail NUDIST@LATAI.LAT.OZ.AU Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 2.2 Materials: i 3.5" diskette includes program with bundled mini- version of Procyon LISP and demo data file, 221-page manual for mainframe NUDIST (which is to be used also for Macintosh version), 23-page manual for installing Macintosh NUDIST Price: Stand-alone, $250 (Australian); networked, $1,000 (Australian) ; site license to be negotiated Machine Specificity: Macintosh System Requirements: 2MB free RAM, system version 6.0 or later, finder version 6.1.3 or later, hard disk Effectiveness: Good User-Friendliness: Fair Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 411-415. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Microsoft Bookshelf for WindowsPublisher: Microsoft Corporation, One Microsoft Way, Redmond, CA 98052; 800-426-9400 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: i.o Materials: CD-ROM disk, instruction manual Price: $195 Machine Specificity: IBM-compatible 80286 (> 10 MHZ), 80386, or 80486 computer System Requirements: 30MB hard disk, 2MB RAM, CD-ROM drive, VGA or Super-VGA monitor, audio board (Creative Labs' Sound Blaster or Media Vision's Pro Audio Spectrum), mouse, and headphone or speakers; Microsoft Windows 3.0 or later, Microsoft Multimedia Extensions 1.0 or later, Microsoft CD-ROM Extensions 2.2 or later, and MS-DOS 3.1 or later Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 415-417. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Street Atlas USAPublisher: DeLorme Mapping, Lower Main Street, POB 298, Freeport, ME 04032; 207-865-1234 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 1.0 Materials: CD-ROM disk, instruction manual Price: $99 Machine Specificity: IBM-compatible 80286, 80386, or 80486 computer System Requirements: 1MB RAM, CD-ROM drive, VGA monitor, mouse (recommended); Microsoft Windows 3.0 or later, Microsoft CD-ROM Extensions, and MS-DOS Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Good
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 417-418. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : The Software Toolworks World Atlas for Windows and U.S. Atlas for Windows Publisher: The Software Toolworks, 60 Leveroni Court, Novato, CA 94949; 415-883-3000. Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: 3.0 Materials: Instruction manual; floppy disks for regular versions, CD-ROM disk for multimedia versions Price: $89.95 regular versions, $149.95 multimedia versions Machine Specificity: IBM-compatible 80286, 80386, or 80486 computer System Requirements: IMB RAM, VGA monitor, mouse (recommended) ; for regular versions 6MB of hard disk space; for multimedia versions CD-ROM DRIVE, audio board (Creative Labs' Sound Blaster or Media Vision's Pro Audio Spectrum), and headphones or speakers; Microsoft Windows 3.0 or higher and MS-DOS 3.1 or higher; for multimedia versions Microsoft CD-ROM Extensions 2.1 or higher. Effectiveness: Excellent User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Excellent
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 418-420. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Software Reviews : Compton's MultiMedia Encyclopedia for WindowsPublisher: Compton's NewMedia, 722 Genevieve, Suite M, Solana Beach, CA 92075; 800-533-0130 Year of Publication: 1991 Version Reviewed: i.oiw Materials: CD-ROM disk, instruction manual Price: $895 Machine Specificity: IBM-compatible 80286 (>10MHZ), 80386, or 80486 computer System Requirements: hard disk, 2MB RAM, CD-ROM drive, VGA or Super-VGA monitor, mouse, and headphone or speakers; Microsoft t Windows 3.0 or later, Microsoft Multimedia Extensions 1.0 or later, Microsoft CD-ROM Extensions 2.1 or later, and MS-DOS 3.3 or later Effectiveness: Excellent for its primary targeted audience; good for other audiences User-Friendliness: Excellent Documentation: Excellent
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 420-421. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : The Information Game: Ethical Issues in a Microchip World Geoffrey Brown Publisher: Humanities Press International, Inc., Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716; and 3 Henrietta Street, London, WC2E 8LU, U.K. Year of Publication: 1990 Length: 176 pages Price: $39.95
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 422-424. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Spectacular Computer Crimes Buck BloombeckerPublisher: Dow Jones-Irwin Year of Publication: 1990 Length: 242 pages Price: $24.95
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 425-427. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Computing for Social Research: Practical Applications Larry D. Hall and Kimball P. MarshallPublisher: Wadsworth, Belmont, CA 94002 Year of Publication: 1992 Length: 311 pages Price: $17.95
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 427-429. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Computer-Assisted Interviewing Willem E. SarisPublisher: Sage Publications, Newbury Park, cA Year of Publication: 1991 Length: 92 pages Price: $8
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 429-432. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Quantitative Methods for Historians: A Guide to Research, Data, and Statistics Konrad H. Jarausch and Kenneth A. HardyPublisher: University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill, NC Year of Publication: 1990 Length: 250 pages Price: $37.50 cloth, $11.95 paper
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 432-434. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Microcomputers and Government Management John Sacco and John OstrowskiPublisher: Brooks/Cole Publishing Company, Pacific Grove, cA Year of Publication: 1991 Length: 380 pages Price: $24.95
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 434-436. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Expert Systems Robert A. Benfer, Edward E. Brent, Jr., and Louanna FurbeePublisher: Sage Publications, Inc., Newbury Park, cA Year of Publication: 1991 Length: 92 pages Price: $8.50
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 436-439. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Understanding Hypertext: Concepts and Applications Philip SeyerPublisher: Windcrest/McGraw-Hill, Princeton Road, Hightstown, NJ 08520 Year of Publication: 1991 Length: 263 pages Price: $19.95
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 439-441. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Computer Simulation Applications: An Introduction Marcia Lynn Whicker and Lee SigelmanPublisher: Sage Publications, 2455 Teller Rd., Newbury Park, cA 91320 Year of Publication: 1991 Length: 152 pages Price: $13.95
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 441-444. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Book Reviews : Using WordPerfect for Windows Que Development GroupPublisher: Que Corporation, 11711 N. College Ave., Carmel, IN 46032 Year of Publication: 1992 Length: 1,216 pages Price: $29.95
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 444-445. [Abstract] [PDF]

: The Data Game: Controversies in Social Science Statistics Mark H. MaierPublisher: M. E. Sharpe, Inc., 80 Business Park Dr., Armonk, NY 10504; 914-273-1800; FAX 914-273-2106 Year of Publication: 1991 Price: $39.95 cloth, $14.95 paper Length: 256 pages Intended Audience: Faculty members who use data or teach research methodology
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 446-447. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Computer-Based Data Analysis Using SPSS X in the Social and Behavioral Sciences David Rowland, Daniel Arkkelin, and Larry CrislerPublisher: Nelson-Hall Publishers, 111 North Canal St., Chicago, IL 60606 Year of Publication: 1991 Price: $18.95 Length: 213 pages
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 447. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Critical Theory of Technology Andrew Feenberg Publisher: Oxford University Press, 200 Madison Ave., New York, NY 10016 Year of Publication: 1991 Price: $35.00 cloth, $14.95 paper Length: 235 pages
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 447-448. [Abstract] [PDF]

: Principles of Information Systems: A Managerial Approach Ralph M. StairPublisher: Boyd and Fraser (division of Southwestern Publishing Co.), 5101 Madison Road, Cincinnati, oH 45227; 800-543-8444 (orders) ; 508-777-9069 (editorial) Year of Publication: 1992 Price: $37.00 Length: 701 pages Intended Audience: First course on information systems for MBA students
Social Science Computer Review 1992 10: 449. [Abstract] [PDF]

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