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Show Academic Computing Lab to Install Local Area Network on Campus by Elizabeth Peterson Forum staff writer t Tired of doing what Arlen Duncan, computer networking specialist, refers to as the floppy shuffle? A network has been installed that will increase options in the use of computers in the Academic Computing Lab. Through the use of a central file server, in this case a Unix box, a user can either run' programs locally or anywhere the system permits by logging in appropriate numbers. Better yet, a hard disk drive will make it no longer necessary to check out multiple floppy disks for using the computers. Once the network backbone (a fiber optic cable) connecting all buildings to the system is laid, a local area network (LAN) must be installed in each building. After installing a network adapter card and software and testing for proper operability, the system will be ready for use. Malouf, Gore and Bamberger are currently wired for usage, and Duncan hopes to have Converse, Carleson, and Foster completed by the end of September, though he admits its iffy. . The Unix model number RC 6280, made by MIPS Computer Systems, is one of the fastest commercially available computers. It is, according to Duncan, much more state of the art than what were currently using- -in fact, more so than the system used by the University of Utah. The RC 6280 model runs sixty mips (million instructions per second) and ten megaflops (million floating operations per second). The computers that are now in the student lab operate at only one mips and 0.1 megaflop. The system comes with thirty two megabytes main memory and is expandable up to 250 megabytes. To serve peoples files, Duncans Career Corner The Career Corner is brought to you by the Career ResourceCenter. goal i3 tohave a four to five gigabyte capacity billion characters). (a gigabyte is equal to one By logging in correct commands, the network could print not only data from other computers, but books, publications, etc. It depends only on the accessibility of the file. If a user has access to a computer anywhere, heshe can convey messages electronically or log into their available resources. An automated library server could make it possible to see any time whether or not a book was in the library. The Unix box also can serve as a place to store files, and as a back up in case a file is erased. who was hired from 27 applicants last December to research and implement" the new network, has some 15 years of experience, mostly He says his goal is to make the system transparent to everyone." Duncan, self-gleane-d. Sport Courts Introduced to Campus and Wacketball. provide a shock absorbing quality, according Short court tennis can also be played to Kotler. The tile also provides a live Forum staff writer on the court, using a smaller version of a surface that is remarkably comfortabl e and Westminster has new, safer sport tennis racket and a lower compression much safer than traditional concrete courts, offering new possibilities in tennis ball. These racket games are played surfaces. At first, Morgan was uncertain about recreation to students, according to Dan with the same force as a regular game of the America said project. Iwas skeptical about standing Morgan. tennis, Kotler, owner of Sport Court of n wide for on for nation Inc. top a tile, but it really feels pretty good," Kotler, The new sport court, located between his Sport Court products, pointed out the he said. Morgan said the college plans to have Foster and Converse Halls, combines three unique features of the sport court, which court of the and the wide include the special tennis rackets and low versatility popular sports into one condensed area, according to Steve Morgan, executive vice also the courts unique surface, which compression tennis balls available to students who wish to use the mini court. president at Westminster College. The features duragrid tiles. of This has a court includes basketball, volleyball, and equipment will become available to unique composition Duragrid which students tiles various racket games, such as paddle tennis, interconnecting polypropylene through the intramural program. Sport Court of America Inc., located in Salt Lake, will offer a 20 discount to any Westminster students who wish to purchase their own mini racket or other sport court accessories. by Jeff Bunows well-know- New Communications Professor Added to Westminster Faculty by Melissa Fletcher Forum staff writer Fogo has resided in Salt Lake for eight years with his wife, Ronda, a graphic artist, Scottish terrier, and their to Prior that, Fogo taught at a small Angus. community college in Elko, Nev. While he enjoyed the freedom of creating his own curriculum and the small classes in Elko, the town was too small and life there too restrictive, which prompted him to make the move to Salt Lake. Looking for a career change, Fogo took a job at a radio station in Salt Lake and after that, with a book publishing company where he was in marketing. I had to decide what I wanted to do when I grew up," said Fogo. In 1985, he reached a crossroads in his life and made the decision to get his Ph.D. in communications. Last August, on his 24th wedding anniversary, Fogo defended his dissertation, thus completing requirements for his 11-year-- Salt Lake City seemed like Manhattan to Dr. Fred Fogo, after living and teaching in Elko, Nev. Fogo joins Westminsters communication department this year, teaching courses in journalism and public relations as well as advising the Forum. Forvm Editor, Shane Anthony Gonzales; Copy Editor, Kimberly A. Blodgett; Production Manager, Roger L Mangelson; Production Assistant, Bill Kilpack; Art Director, Scott Salisbury; Photo Editor, Jodi A. Hullinger; AdvertisingManager, Christy Baxter; Business Manager, Verna Casper Stall Writers; Jeffrey Burrows, Verna Casper, Andrea Cornett, Connie Diehl, Sea n Felton, Melissa Fletcher, Calvin L. Harrington, Bill Kilpack, Christopher Madding, Elizabeth Peterson, Kevin Williams. Photography Staff: Whitney H. Germaine, Shane A. Gonzales, Jodi Hullinger, Roger L. Mangelson Dr. Fred Fogo Adviser: Faculty The Forum will be published every Tuesday. The address of the Forum is 1840 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84105. The Forum editora would like to encourage letters from students (include migor), faculty and all other readers. Submissions must be sent to Converse Hall, room 205 no later than 3:00 pm, the week prior to publication. Due to limited space availability, Forum editors reserve the right to edit all copy submitted. Opinions expressed on the editorial or commentary pages are those of the writers and are not to be construed as thoseoftheForum, Associated Students ofWestminstcrCollege, the college administration, faculty or staff. Page 2 Forum doctorate degree. When asked what he thought about Westminster so far, Fogo had two ideas that stood out in his mind. One aspect that he thought was symbolic of Westminster College was that the nicest building on campus, Converse Hall, is a student building. Fogo feels that this says a lot about Westminster and its priorities. I ogo also said that the lack of reserved parking reflects the egalitarian spirit of the school. He feels thats what the school stands for. Fogo looks forward to working with the students at Westminster and describes them as motivated and competent. He Read the Forum! . , ps . one-on-o- ne CURRENT JOBS AVAILABLE: Contact Shaw 111 for more information on all job opportunities. Assistant Editor FT, Need resume and writing sample, $6hr. Job 806. Manager, New Loan Conversions FT, Background in Business, minor in MathAccountingFinance. Starts in the low 20's. Job 826. Supervisor of mentally retarded adults in Behavioral ScieneesPsycholo-g- y $21,500yr. to start. Supervisegrouphomeresidents. Job841. Claims Processor FT or PT. Type 50 wpm. Apply in person. $5.40nr. Job 845. BS Tm boppin' in the Bay Social Science. and you're not!" - K. Blodgett ' The Career Resource Center, in Shaw 111, has a few changes created for your convenience this year. We will also continue to use this column to disseminate information about jobs, internships, and other career related issues. Expanded services will be provided this year for all students of Westminster College. Starting this Fall, Peer Career Counselors will be working in the Career Center. These counselors will be available to help students prepare for their job search, to provide assistance with utilizing library and other resources, and to answer questions regardingco-opintem-shiand job opportunities. Students wanting to enroll in Cooperative EducationIntemships for Spring 91 should come into the office to fill out an application. Also, dan on attending a Fall "Coop Orientation' Workshop. Schedules will be posted on the Career Resources Bulletin !krd throughout campus. Students who will be graduating within a year or who have completed 15 hours in their graduate program can register for career services with Karen Despam. These students should register as soon as possible to avail themselves of all services, i.e. on campus interviewing, networking opportunities, and job development. The office hours will be expanded this year to include evening hours. A new schedule will be posted on all job boards, as well as specific information regarding registration for the Career Center. We look forward to working with you in the Career Resource Center. NOTICE: The First Annual Westminster Career Fair will be held on October 23, 1990. Be There!! More information to follow in future Forum issues. THE FASTEST START TO A CAREER: FAST-PACE- D AIR FORCE ROTC. O d careers go to those who respond to challenge. Your best response today: Fast-pace- Air Force ROTC. The word is opportunity. The rewards are extraordinary. The time is now. Whether youre about to begin college, or have already begun, time to learn the leadership skills you need to succeed. its You may also be eligible for two- scholthrough four-yearships that can pay full college tuition, textbooks and fees, plus $ 100 tax-fre-e each academic month. ar Contact CAPT JOSEPH J. UMBRIACO 581-623- wm 6 HIWM thinks Westminster has a sound program and hopes to contribute to its continued success. communications Leadership Excellence Starts Here September 25, 1990 Issue 2 |