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Xerography and Preservation: Problems and Potential.
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Bell, Nancy J. – Library Hi Tech, 1983
Descriptions of two methods of photoduplication commonly employed--transfer method (uses plain paper) and direct process method (depends on coated surface paper)--include basic considerations for optimum storage, handling, and care. Color copying and problems associated with xerography are noted. Twelve sources are given. (EJS)
Descriptors: Library Materials, Preservation, Reprography, Technological Advancement
The Impact of Electronic Information Sources on Collection Development: A Survey of Current Practice.
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Norman, O. Gene – Library Hi Tech, 1997
Investigates the effects of electronic information sources on collection development in 15 academic libraries. Areas studied included: the materials budget, collection development policies, and licenses; identifying, evaluating, selecting, and developing the electronic sources collection; training subject specialists to use electronic resource…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Classification, Information Sources, Information Technology
Preservation/Conservation Literature: A Core Reference Collection.
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Bell, Nancy J. – Library Hi Tech, 1983
Presents 33 monographic and periodical sources as an introduction to the field of preservation and conservation. Preservation of library and archival materials is highlighted. Annotations are included. (EJS)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Archives, Library Materials, Preservation
Beyond the Online Catalog: Great Potential and Profound Change.
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Drabenstott, Jon, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1988
Six library consultants address issues related to the future of online catalogs, including (1) types of material that will be accessible; (2) the role of the automated library; (3) evolving beyond the current objectives of library automation; (4) new technologies; and (5) the library profession's image of the future. (3 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Consultants, Futures (of Society), Information Technology, Library Automation
Technology for the Handicapped: Kurzweil and Viewscan.
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Cotter, Eithne; McCarty, Emily – Library Hi Tech, 1983
Description of the Kurzweil Reading Machine, which uses a special camera and computer to transform printed matter into synthetic speech; includes reading and sound production, machine operation, adjusting to different typefaces, and limitations. Review of the portable reading aid for the partially sighted, Viewscan, discusses characteristics,…
Descriptors: Artificial Speech, Electromechanical Aids, Electronic Equipment, Equipment Evaluation
King College Library: Online Databases vs. Hard Copy Subscriptions.
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Herring, Mark Y. – Library Hi Tech, 1983
Relates experiences of library director at King College--a small, four-year, undergraduate, private college faced with difficult budgetary decisions. Periodical collection, budgetary problems, cost effective online searches, acceptance of services by library patrons, and problems and solutions connected with implementation of online services are…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Cost Effectiveness, Higher Education, Information Retrieval
Technology for the Handicapped: Selection and Evaluation of Aids and Devices for the Visually Impaired.
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Bekiares, Susan E. – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Bibliographic essay presents citations to recent books and articles dealing with problems of providing library services to the disabled, particularly the visually impaired, and to sources that describe technological equipment in detail. Ways to identify libraries that use the equipment to obtain evaluative information are suggested. Twenty-two…
Descriptors: Communication Aids (for Disabled), Equipment Evaluation, Hearing Impairments, Large Type Materials