Some Definitions and Technology Notes I
Asynchronous = Access to common Web and Database Information sources + simple tools (email, calendar)
Synchronous = Real time/Interactive sharing of information that can also be accessed asynchronously
An “object” is a “foil” or “screenful” -- natural unit of information that fits both computer screen and goal of focussed nuggets of knowledge
Client Side enhancements are a mix of Java applets (GUI), Java Applications (curriculum manager) and JavaScript (control web pages)
DHTML illustrates potential power of shared JavaScript with XML and HTML web pages but erratically supported by Version 4 browsers. Internet Explorer 5 has new W3C DOM support and will deliver on promise?