Other Approaches

Point Matlab

  • Requires a commercial product to run the programs.
  • Requires that copies of the interface be kept on user's local machine.
  • Lacks accessibility for many students.


    • Point Visual C++ or Visual Basic

  • Available for only a limited number of platforms.
  • Software must be compiled on local computer.
  • Several copies of software must be kept, increasing support issues.


    • Point Tcl/Tk

  • A copy of the software must be on each user's computer.
  • Tcl/Tk is slow.