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Reflections on CD-ROM: Bridging the Gap between Technology and Purpose.
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Saviers, Shannon Smith – Special Libraries, 1987
Provides a technological overview of CD-ROM (Compact Disc-Read Only Memory), an optically-based medium for data storage offering large storage capacity, computer-based delivery system, read-only medium, and economic mass production. CD-ROM database attributes appropriate for information delivery are also reviewed, including large database size,…
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Databases, Information Technology, Optical Data Disks
Technical Report on the Prospective Student Inquiry Data File and Information System at California State University, Chico.
Lukes, John A. – 1985
This report discusses the development and characteristics of the Prospective Student Inquiry Data File and Information System, which is used by the California State University at Chico (CSUC) as part of an effort to increase its student applicant population. Following a brief review of organizational background information, the report is divided…
Descriptors: Admissions Counseling, Case Studies, College Applicants, Computer Storage Devices
CD-ROMs for the Library.
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Dodson, Carolyn – Special Libraries, 1987
Describes compact disk technology in general and possible library applications, including cataloging, online bibliographic searching, and full text searching, and compares the purchase of optical disk packages to traditional online services. Guidelines are provided for evaluating optical disks which focus on the size of the database, updating…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Storage Devices, Cost Effectiveness, Databases