Direction of Trade Statistics, 1948-1980
Direction of Trade Statistics (DOTS) is a CD-ROM product located on the campus network. To access the data you must first install software on your computer.
Installation
To install and run the DOTS software you must:
- be using a staff computer (with privileges to install software) or your own personal computer; the software cannot be installed on lab or kiosk computers
- be using a MS Windows® computer. (Sorry, no Mac or linux versions available at this time).
- be logged on to the Bowdoin network (Off campus access is not available at this time).
The setup file is located on the network. Paste this line into the "location" bar of a "My Computer" window. Follow the instructions in the setup program screens to install the program software on your computer.
- \\microwave\dept\Library\CampusAccess\dots-historical\setup.exe
Alternatively, for most faculty and staff, "\\microwave\dept" is mapped to the J: drive, in which case the following path should also work:
- J:\Library\Campus Access\dots-historical\setup.exe
After you have run the setup file a "DOTS Historical" icon will be installed on your desktop. Double click the icon to launch the program.
Further Assistance
For technical help installing and running this software, contact Mike McDermott.