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Janke, Richard V.; And Others – Database, 1988
The first article describes SPORT, a database providing international coverage of athletics and physical education, and compares it to other online services in terms of coverage, thesauri, possible search strategies, and actual usage. The second article reviews available online information on sports medicine. (CLB)
Descriptors: Athletics, Comparative Analysis, Databases, Library Surveys
Lomio, J. Paul – Database, 1988
Describes the downloading capabilities of the WESTMATE version of the WESTLAW retrieval system and compares WESTLAW to LEXIS in terms of downloading functions and costs. The steps involved in WESTLAW access with standard communications software are outlined, and sample screen displays are appended. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness
Campbell, Brian – Database, 1987
Outlines evaluative criteria and compares optical data disk products used in library technical processes, including bibliographic records for cataloging, acquisition databases, and local public access catalogs. An extensive table provides information on specific products, including updates, interfaces, edit screens, installation help, manuals,…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Databases
