Introduction to Microcomputers

Abstract

Use of microcomputers in integrating different types of scientific information is a natural extension in the development of means to store and communicate observations and ideas. These means include human language, writing, printing, and now electronic storage and communications. Those who are faced with decisions about buying and using microcomputers'and their programs should base their decisions on a clear picture of what observations and ideas are to be stored and what objectives are to be met in communication. General functions and principles of information storage and communication should be considered more than the details of particular models of computer equipment.