SOFTWARE INVENTORY FORM

Use this form to enter descriptions of software into the Software Retrieval Database and
to serve as the Abstract of the Software Reference Manual. Be clear and concise.
Complete all sections appropriate to your software. Attach an extra sheet if you need
more space.
         
A. TITLE. Give a concise, descriptive name to the software (15 words or less). You
may append the program name (example: Home Range Estimation - HOMER).
         
         
         
         
         
B. FUNCTION. Concentrate on what the software does. Also indicate its primary
orientation, primary scientific or subject matter basis, scope or range of operation.
intended audience and the use that it addresses (5 to 15 lines).
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
C. AUTHOR AND CONTACT PERSON.
1. AUTHOR NAME(S):
         
         
2. CONTACT PERSON: Name, address institution, and optional phone number of
person responsible for maintaining and communicating information about the software.
         
         
         
D. USERS. Indicate the type of user for whom the software was written. Check those
that are appropriate:
         
 ___Management ___ Research
 ___Extension  ___ Administration
 ___Other, including instructional, general public. etc.

E. SOFTWARE STATUS. Date when the software:
   became operational___________________________
   was last revised______________________________
   revision is anticipated_________________________
         
F. SOFTWARE SOURCE. Indicate if the software is an original implementation or is
a modification or improvement of other software.
         
Check one: ____Original             ____Revision of : _____________________________
                  
G. TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE NEEDED TO INTERPRET RESULTS. Note any special practical or 
theoretical knowledge or training needed to understand or use the results.
         
         
         
                  
H. HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS. If the software runs on more than one model 
of computer, list each, but number answers in each question for matching.
         
1. Machine Classification: ____  Mainframe    ____  Mini     ____  Micro
         
2. Brand Name and Configuration: List name, model, and any required equipment
other than the computer itself, a keyboard, and a monochrome display terminal. For
micros, give the amount of memory required.
         
         
         
         
3. Operating System:
         

4. Programming Language and Compiler/Translator:


5. Specific Utilities Used: Name any software other than the operating system, such as
spreadsheets, database managers, I/O packages, etc., needed to run the software.
         
         
                  
I. OTHER TECHNICAL NOTES . ( Optional)
1. Solution Technique: Name of equation, process, law, etc., that was implemented. if
applicable.
         
         
         
         
2. Other Notes: Any other comments about the software that you would like to make,
such as processing techniques, data structures, future plans, etc.. (10 lines maximum)