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Measures of Expected Online Catalog Performance for Public Access Terminals.

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Taylor, Raymond G., Jr. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1988

Describes the power of queuing models as a source of detailed, expected performance measures for online catalogs. An illustration of such a performance analysis is provided, and its value to library administrators is discussed. (9 notes with references) (CLB)

Descriptors: Computer Terminals, Evaluation Criteria, Library Planning, Measurement Techniques

The ELF in Your Library.

McKimmie, Tim; Smith, Jeanette – Computers in Libraries, 1994

Presents an overview of the issues related to extremely low frequency (ELF) radiation from computer video display terminals. Highlights include electromagnetic fields; measuring ELF; computer use in libraries; possible health effects; electromagnetic radiation; litigation and legislation; standards and safety; and what libraries can do. (Contains…

Descriptors: Computer Terminals, Court Litigation, Labor Standards, Legislation