Title :
Computer networks in communication survey research
Author_Institution :
Inst. of Commun. Studies, Nat. Chiao Tung Univ., Hsinchu, Taiwan
fDate :
9/1/1997 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The paper explores the feasibility of using computer networks as communication survey research instruments. Also covered are the use of computers and computer networks in survey studies; a listing of the advantages and disadvantages of network surveys as compared with mail, phone, and fax surveys; a description of the development steps of network surveys; and a comparison of differences in network survey forms. Research issues are also discussed
Keywords :
computer networks; professional communication; communication survey research; computer networks; fax surveys; mail surveys; network survey forms; network surveys; phone surveys; Computer networks; Context; Councils; Distributed computing; Instruments; Intelligent networks; Libraries; Packaging; Postal services; Telecommunication computing;
Journal_Title :
Professional Communication, IEEE Transactions on