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Peer reviewedBurton, Paul – Electronic Library, 1987
Discusses the need for careful systems analysis and design in the implementation of microcomputer based information systems. Checklists of system requirements and a bibliography of relevant journals, printed, and online sources are provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Evaluation Criteria, Information Centers, Information Services, Information Systems
Peer reviewedDewey, Patrick R. – Electronic Library, 1986
Discussion of public access microcomputer service areas in public libraries covers walk-in access, software/hardware circulation, online call-in services, and special programs. Principles for successful public access programs are also discussed, including hardware/software selection. Problems relating to equipment breakdown, diskette storage, and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Decision Making, Information Sources, Library Circulation
Peer reviewedYeates, Robin – Electronic Library, 1986
Summarizes the nature and status of videotex, and describes current applications by libraries and information centers, including community information dissemination and information retrieval from bibliographic databases. Prospective uses of videotex and library applications are discussed as well as problems to be overcome before effective videotex…
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society), Information Centers
