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Download full textWiper, Marguerite, Ed. – National Library News, Canada, 1975
In order to optimize the use of available bibliographic data in machine-readable form by Canadian Libraries, the National Library of Canada is developing new automated systems. Implementation priorities are related to the development of national and international standards, systems, and networks. One major project is the design of a system, using…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Cataloging, Databases, Library Automation
Goodrum, Charles; Dalrymple, Helen – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1982
Outlines the automation process at the Library of Congress begun in 1961, noting problems encountered and future possibilities, and describing databases currently in use--SCORPIO, MUMS, MARC, COPICS AND COINS, ISIS, AND PAGING. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Databases, Display Systems, Information Networks
Peer reviewedAvram, Henriette D. – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 1986
Four intertwined issues in networking--local systems, linking, linking standards, and database ownership--need to be dealt with by bibliographic utilities and librarians, as their members, in the very near future. The resolution of these major issues will significantly affect the future direction of nationwide networking. (Author)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Cataloging, Databases, Information Retrieval
Soules, Aline – Library Journal, 1983
Expresses concern about the future of cataloging and its overall quality, noting problems in applying the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2), complications caused by computer applications, the deterioration of quality control in subject heading authorities, cost considerations, and the loss of quality control in general. Four references are…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Cost Effectiveness, Library Automation, Library Technical Processes
Peer reviewedSmith, Robert – Electronic Library, 1990
Describes cooperative project between the national libraries of the United Kingdom, France, West Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, Portugal, and Italy that is working toward shared bibliographic data on CD-ROM. MARC conversion is discussed, problems with multilingual interfaces and linking CD-ROM to local library systems are addressed, and…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Records, Cataloging, Cooperative Programs, Foreign Countries
Cochrane, Pauline A.; Arret, Linda – Online, 1985
Discussion of Library of Congress's efforts to meet challenge of designing and improving its online catalog system LOCIS (consists of SCORPIO and MUMS systems) includes sample searches and results of user surveys (access points in online catalog searches and response to input search statements resulting in no retrievals). (5 references) (EJS)
Descriptors: Databases, Display Systems, Information Systems, Library Automation
Peer reviewedChapman, Patricia; Noerr, Peter – Information Processing and Management, 1983
Describes a microcomputer software system designed at British Library which will interface with existing BLAISE services; e.g., offline editing of records retrieved online, stored search, and data preparation facilities. A technical description, features of system, applications programs, and the CORTEX interface with the mainframe system are…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Programs, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedBonk, Sharon – RQ, 1990
Describes the structure of the interlibrary loan system in the United Kingdom and suggests implications for American libraries. The British Library Document Supply Centre (DSC) is explained; costs to borrowers and lenders are discussed; and strategic planning involving changing technology, politics, and economics is considered. (24 references)…
Descriptors: Costs, Economic Factors, Foreign Countries, Interlibrary Loans
Alexander, Michael – Information Management & Technology, 1998
Presents an overview of projects aimed at identifying the impact and value of digital and networking technologies on the British Library's collection and services. Examines the way in which the issues of preparation, scanning, and storage have been dealt with, as well as general principles that can be drawn from these experiences. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval, Information Storage
Peer reviewedMcGinn, Thomas P. – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1982
Describes the organization of a project to automate acquisitions activities at the National Library of Venezuela which was carried out at Northwestern University between 1976 and 1979, and which led to the automation of cataloging operations at the National Library. (Author/JL)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Developing Nations, Library Acquisition, Library Automation
Peer reviewedAyres, F. H. – Journal of Documentation, 1981
Discusses with respect to the British Library the application of new technology, advisory committee problems, the value of the Lending Division and its potential problems, improvement of the Reference Division services, complaints concerning the Bibliographic Services Division, and objections regarding the Research and Development Department. (RBF)
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Cataloging, College Libraries, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedLin, Sharon Chien – Information Technology and Libraries, 1996
Describes the development of the national integrated online information network in the Republic of China. Highlights include a history of library and information automation in Taiwan, the coordination efforts of the central government, creation of the Chinese MARC format, and automation under the leadership of the National Central Library.…
Descriptors: Chinese, Foreign Countries, Government Role, Information Networks
Peer reviewedRevill, D. H. – Journal of Documentation, 1981
Discusses concept of a national library service, and compares expenditures of the British Library with public libraries and polytechnic libraries. Issues related to the British Library's location, the services of its Lending Division, work supported by the Bibliographic Services Division, and images of the Reference Division are addressed. Listed…
Descriptors: Copyrights, Foreign Countries, Information Seeking, Interlibrary Loans
Peer reviewedIljon, Ariane; Pigott, Ian – Library Hi Tech, 1996
Describes cooperation between the national libraries of Europe on access to electronic publications, and outlines reasons why it has been necessary to act at a European level to improve library services. Highlights include the European Union, research and development, Telematics for Libraries activities, national policies, and future…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society), Library Automation
Peer reviewedHenty, Margaret; Steele, Colin – Electronic Library, 1988
Reports on a 1987 survey of automation in Australian academic and state libraries. The current situation is described in several areas: (1) turnkey integrated "proprietary" library system suppliers; (2) networks; (3) modules; (4) database issues; and (5) staffing trends. The questionnaire and data on proprietary systems and modules used…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Developed Nations, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
