Quaestiones Informaticae (QI): Recent submissions

  • Set-oriented functional style of programming 
    Mueller, C.S.M. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    A novel way of programming, which starts with specific details of a particular example and abstracts these details into generalised sets, is proposed. The whole program is constructed around the definition of these ...
  • A model for fault-tolerant computer systems 
    Goosen, H.A.; Hoogendoorn, C.H.; Goosen (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    Reliability is an important consideration in the design of computer systems. This is a result of the increasing complexity of computer systems and of the greater reliance placed on their continuous and correct operation. ...
  • Novice attitude changes during a first course In computing: a case study 
    Finnie, G.R. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    This paper describes a study of changes in attitude toward computers exhibited by novice student users during a first course in business computing. Several dimensions of attitude were established by factor analysis. ...
  • Random context structure grammars 
    Ehlers, E.M.; von Solms, S. H. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    Random Context Structure Grammars are defined. The language generated by a Random Context Structure Grammar is a set of three-dimensional digital structures. A hierarchy of Random Context Grammars is discussed briefly. ...
  • Hands-on microprogramming for computer science students 
    Clayton, Peter G. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    This paper advocates hands-on training on microprogrammable hardware for Computer Science students, and suggests an appropriate microprogram development approach for this purpose. The particular tool discussed is ...
  • User attitudes main reason why information systems fail 
    Bruwer, P.J.S. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    Some factors which may influence the attitude of the user toward a computerized system are investigated in this article. The research was done in South Africa involving the users of computer-based systems in two organizations. ...
  • A CAI model of space and time with special reference to field battles 
    Anderssen, E.C.; von Solms, S. H. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    A computer aided instruction facility is presented, in which the simulation of field battles introduces history students to the dynamic relationships between space and time in a historical perspective. Information on a ...
  • The development of a syntax checker for LOTOS 
    Van der Vegte, L.J. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    In this article a brief overview is given of specification techniques in general and in particular, specification techniques used for the specification of communication protocols. This discussion forms the background ...
  • The protocol specification language ESTELLE 
    Roos, Jan (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    ESTELLE is being developed by the International Standards Organisation (ISO), Technical Committee (TC) 97, Sub-committee (SC) 21, Working Group (WG) 1, Formal Definition Technique (FDT) Subgroup B to fulfil the need for ...
  • Decision tables as a knowledge representation formalism 
    Podevyn, D. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    A knowledge engineering tool called GESS (General Expert System Shell) is presented which is used for building different types of expert systems. Knowledge representation is based on direct extensions of the idea of decision ...
  • Research computeracy 
    Pirow, Peter Cluver (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    This paper describes the concept of computeracy as it applies to research workers and argues that research will be improved if the level of computeracy can be raised.
  • Education rather than training 
    Levieux, Craig (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    The role of teachers in a University Computer Science course is examined. The case for education rather than training is put. It is argued that current methods of teaching are not as effective as they could be. A case ...
  • Local area networks in perspective 
    Kritzinger, Pieter S. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    Current scientific and trade literature are flooded with information about local area networks. Details about physical media and their properties, versions of media access methods confusingly called protocols, variations ...
  • Experience with teaching software engineering 
    Hoogendoorn, C.H. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    The term "software engineering" has been in use for nearly 20 years since the so-called "software crisis" was identified in the late 1960's. However, it is only comparatively recently that courses in software engineering ...
  • New CS syllabuses at Natal (PMB) 
    Postma, Stef W. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1986)
    The Department of Computer Science of the Pietermaritzburg Campus of the University of Natal is one of the youngest departments in the country, although service courses to the Faculty of Commerce have been available ...
  • On learning styles and novice computer use 
    Finnie, G.R. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    Learning to use a decision support system involves both formal and informal teaching as well as self-teaching. Many cases have been documented of unsuccesful implementation of DSS or MIS in organisations and identifying ...
  • Semantic information management 
    Berman, Sonia (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1987)
    An information management system with a semantic data model interface is currently being developed at UCT. This system provides high-level, non-procedural access to information and enforces powerful integrity and security ...
  • A high-level interface to a relational database System 
    Berman, Sonia; Walker, L. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1986)
    A high-level language for accessing a relational database is being developed at UCT. The system, known as HAL (High-level Access Language), provides complete data independence as users view the database in terms of ...
  • In praise of solid state discs 
    Ridler, P.F. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1986)
    Various ways of using random access memory to emulate a magnetic disc storage system are described and the advantages and disadvantages are enumerated. An algorithm for making use of a solid state disc is given which avoids ...
  • What's wrong with CP/M? 
    Byron-Moore, S.P. (Computer Society of South Africa (on behalf of SAICSIT), 1986)
    Trends in operating systems are examined in the light of advances in computer hardware. Consideration is given to the desirability of a good, up-to-date single-user operating system. The specification and implementation ...

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