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Before the installation of a communications network that links an extensive office automation system, scientists at the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) had to wait three days to get mail from colleagues who were only two buildings away. An underground, 9,600 bps, interfacility cable now links personnel from different organizations within AEDC. Offices utilize Xerox workstations and microcomputers, optical character readers, laser printers, and file services. The Center, which works on some of the most complex problems facing the Air Force, does two to three hundred test projects annually, and the new system is very useful for compiling the results of these projects and quickly distributing the results to the appropriate sponsor.
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The General Services Administration conducted a survey to ascertain the status of office automation among thirty federal government agencies and departments. It was found that document transmission and calendar maintenance were the office functions automated most often. Respondents would strive for better planning and training if given the chance to restart programs.
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The U.S. General Services Administration has issued guidelines for personal computer purchase and use in the federal government. The report covers problems associated with personal computer use and advises users to form interest groups as well as develop standards. The GSA also intends to set up commercial computer stores in federal buildings.
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