title: Modern day pirates. Software users and abusers.
abstract: Although the use of computers for word processing and spreadsheet analysis is widespread, other less well-known uses can also increase efficiency and productivity. In this bimonthly column, Dr. Nicoll discusses a variety of computer applications to help the nurse executive catch up, keep up, and get ahead.
authors.affiliation: Edmund S. Muskie Institute of Public Affairs, University of Southern Maine, Portland.
authors.forename: L H
authors.initials: LH
authors.lastname: Nicoll
mesh_terms: D003309:Copyright / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D004282:Documentation; D006801:Humans; D008838:Microcomputers; D009718:Nurse Administrators / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D012984:Software / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D013800:Theft; D014481:United States