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Cibbarelli, Pamela – Computers in Libraries, 1997
Provides a comprehensive list of all the major vendors offering the Windows NT operating system, the latest in integrated online library systems software. Describes features and capabilities; platforms; and libraries where it is installed. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer System Design, Information Services, Integrated Library Systems
Peer reviewedMcGrath, Deborah Hall; Lee, Carl R. – Library Hi Tech, 1989
Discusses topics relating to the Virginia Tech Library System: the company (VTLS, Inc.); the software; data structure; cataloging, status, and authority control; circulation; serials control and acquisitions; the online catalog; management reporting; networking; and the operating environment. Sidebars discuss the Vanilla Network; LINNEA--a network…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Higher Education, Information Services
Peer reviewedVaughan, Dick – Library Software Review, 1993
Reviews the NOTIS "Acquisition Self-Paced Study Guide," designed to teach the inexperienced user the basic features of the NOTIS acquisition module, with references to the "NOTIS Acquisition User Guide" for those who need further study. Contents of the self-paced guide are listed. (EA)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Guides, Independent Study, Integrated Library Systems
Peer reviewedCibbarelli, Pamela – Electronic Library, 1996
Profiles the top-selling IOLS (integrated online library systems) software for libraries based on sales figures reported in the 1996 "Library Journal" annual survey of the library automation marketplace. Highlights include microcomputer-based systems and minicomputer-based systems, system components, MARC formats, and market sectors.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer System Design, Integrated Library Systems, Library Automation
Library Systems Newsletter, 1995
Presents the results of a survey of 18 vendors of PC- and Mac-based multifunction library systems that include either circulation or patron access catalogs. Highlights include software alone or turnkey systems, operating systems, programming language, sales, profitability, and support staff. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Integrated Library Systems, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
Cibbarelli, Pamela – Computers in Libraries, 1996
Contains profiles of integrated online library systems (IOLS) software for special libraries, along with a chart that compares key features and functionalities for both circulation control and online catalogs. The software packages of 18 separate vendors are represented. Profiles were assembled from previously published information, including…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software Evaluation, Integrated Library Systems, Library Automation
Wisconsin State Dept. of Public Instruction, Madison. – 1991
Highlighting the issues that confront small libraries who are exploring automation options, this report focuses on microcomputer-based automation systems for circulation and an online patron access catalog (OPAC). The information provided outlines some of the questions that librarians must ask themselves or vendors before they select a specific…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Software Evaluation, Costs, Database Management Systems
