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| Author(s): | Drane, David |
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| Author Affiliation: | Australian Turfgrass Research Institute |
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| Title: | Computers - Another tool for the turfgrass manager |
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| Section: | Equipment
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| Meeting Info.: | University of Wollongong, NSW, March 12th, 1990 & Australian Institute of Sport Theatrette, Bruce, ACT, March 15th, 1990 |
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| Source: | Proceedings of the 19th and 20th Turfgrass Management. Vol. 19 & 20, 1990, p. 26-30. |
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| Publishing Information: | Australian Turfgrass Research Institute |
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| # of Pages: | 5 |
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| Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Computers; Software
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| Abstract/Contents: | "Today's turfgrass manager has at his disposal an impressive array of equipment with which to maintain the high quality of sporting and recreational turf under his supervision. In seeking to improve the quality of turfgrass management, most managers are on the look-out for new equipment and techniques. Computers are being used increasingly by golf and bowling clubs in club management activities and it is inevitable that innovative turfgrass managers will investigate this new technology, discover its usefulness and incorporate computers into their turfgrass management toolkit... Modern computers consist of harrdware - the electronic componets which go together to make the computer function (often described as 'the bits you can kick') and softwware - instructions which make the computer into a useful tool to be harnessed by users - including turfgrass managers. Computer advocates are fond of proclaiming that 'computers can do just about anything'. With the rapid developments in both hardware and software technology in the last few years, there is certainly more truth in this statement. However it would be wise for a turfgrass manager to have a specific project or projects in mind before embarking on the purchase of computer equipment. The approach of 'now we have the equipment, what are we going to use it for?' is seldom successful... There are a number of ways in which you can learn more about the benefits of computers to turfgrass management. Powerful, yet inexpensive computer systems are noe within the reach of the budget of many turfgrass managers... Probably the best way to learn about computers is to sit down at one and experiment and practice. Try starting out with a wordprocessing program and once you have mastered that, move on to something a little more complex such as a spreadsheet or database program... Most technical colleges and evening schools offer courses in computer awareness, keyboard skills and instruction on individual software packages... The Australian Turfgrass Research Institute has the latest computer technology and is avalible to assist members and affiliates with advice on computer acquisition, training and problem solving. The institute is compiling a library of software applicable to the needs of turf managers and will also develop software to meet the specific needs of the turf industry." |
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| Language: | English |
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| References: | 0 |
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| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Drane, D. 1990. Computers - Another tool for the turfgrass manager. p. 26-30. In Proceedings of the 19th and 20th Turfgrass Management. University of Wollongong, NSW, March 12th, 1990 & Australian Institute of Sport Theatrette, Bruce, ACT, March 15th, 1990. Australian Turfgrass Research Institute. |
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