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Eichelberger, Susan; And Others – Library Software Review, 1987
Four articles discuss library uses of dBase III: (1) an interlibrary loan journal request file; (2) an acquisitions system; (3) customized multi-column output for reports; and (4) a circulation system. Program listings are included. (EM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Interlibrary Loans, Library Acquisition

Hodgson, Elizabeth – Library Software Review, 1987
Recommends the use of microcomputers for computer-assisted indexing; describes five case studies; and provides a list of representative software programs including title, producer, compatible hardware, price, and a short description. (EM)
Descriptors: Automatic Indexing, Case Studies, Computer Software Reviews, Database Management Systems

Bellamy, Lois M.; Guyton, Joanne – Library Software Review, 1987
Automation of a table of contents service at the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing Library using dBase III facilitates matching patrons with journals. The program is also used for journal check-in and mailing labels. Future applications may include production of a journal holdings list, statistics, and reporting. (21 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Database Management Systems, Library Automation, Library Services

Dykhuis, Randy – Library Software Review, 1987
Describes one medium-sized public library's use of dBase III to control the processing of videocassettes. Reformatting existing files, creating the database, and custom design of the program are explained. (EM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Library Automation, Library Technical Processes

Johnson, Millard F., Jr. – Library Software Review, 1987
Suggests a model for using a spreadsheet to allocate academic library salary increases. Seven variables are incorporated in the model: (1) experience; (2) difficulty of the job; (3) initiative; (4) cost of living; (5) inflation; (6) equity; and (7) merit. One reference is listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Higher Education, Library Administration

Main, Linda – Library Software Review, 1987
Describes the emphasis of decision support systems as being on the decision making process itself, rather than the flow of information; reviews the uses of microcomputers in libraries in recent years; and compares five decision modeling software packages. An appendix lists the name, manufacturer's address, price, and hardware requirements of each…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Decision Making