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Schneider, Karl – Online, 1989
Provides a decision table that uses the difference in online and offline printing charges for a specified format, and the online connect charges in a database, to determine which mode of printing will cost the least. Methods for eliminating duplicate citations in printouts from searches of multiple databases are also described. (CLB)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Online Searching, Printing
Basch, Reva – Database, 1992
Argues that the selection of a database is a significant factor in the success and cost effectiveness of an online search, and provides guidelines for determining whether the content of a database is relevant for a particular search and whether the database is accessible, affordable, and suitable for the search. (LAE)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Cost Effectiveness, Database Design, Databases
Roemer, Al – American School and University, 1979
At the University of Dayton in Ohio, a database management system maintains records of 10,000 students from their initial admission application until graduation. (Author)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Higher Education
Chadwick, Terry Brainerd – Online, 1989
Describes the benefits of using DIALOG's OneSearch in conjunction with DIALINDEX when searching online databases. Interdisciplinary searching on multiple databases is discussed, time and cost comparisons are briefly addressed, and steps involved in a simple search and in a complex search are detailed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Interdisciplinary Approach, Online Searching
Quint, Barbara – Online, 1991
Discussion of online searching focuses on the first three of seven stages of searching: (1) the reference interview, including user needs, the search request, and the user's expectations; (2) the tactical overview, including institutional control and cost and time factors; and (3) database selection considerations, including relevance,…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Costs, Databases, Interviews
Peer reviewedNicholls, Paul Travis – Canadian Library Journal, 1988
The practical advice for the evaluation of laser/optical data disk materials (e.g., CD-ROM) is based on a review of the relevant literature. An evaluation framework is outlined and collection development tools and sources of published reviews are identified. (34 references) (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Electronic Equipment, Evaluation Criteria
Download full textAlvir, Howard P. – 1975
Methods by which campuses with similar information needs for similar decisions can set up a common data base are identified and discussed. Advantages and disadvantages of achieving the common data base by bulk paperwork, functional objectives, and piecemeal empiricism are considered. Practical suggestions for instituting each method are given. Use…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Evaluation
