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Julien, Don – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1985
This essay lists elements of a public service microcomputer project--needs, clientele or population, skill level, type of service, type of equipment, site or location--and identifies a number of options under each heading. Examples illustrating how librarians can use the model in planning a service are noted. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Information Needs, Library Equipment, Library Services
Fosdick, Howard – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1984
Responses to librarians' questions about library microcomputers cover simple applications to be used by staff with little experience, minimizing risk factor, choosing a microcomputer, hardware obsolescence, uses of mainframes and minicomputers, capacity planning for microcomputers, security of library's data, copyrighted software, and future use…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Guidelines, Library Automation, Library Equipment
Brown, Jay Ward – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1985
Discussion of problem of paper deterioration in books highlights developments in paper industry, acidic and alkaline paper, demand for book paper by publishing industry, library material conservation, and preservation activities in three areas--deacidification (use of alkaline chemicals to neutralize acidic paper), microfilming, and…
Descriptors: Books, Computer Oriented Programs, Library Materials, Manufacturing Industry
Goodrum, Charles; Dalrymple, Helen – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1985
This article describes machines of the near future that will enable the book to be transmitted via computer. Discussion covers television screens, the use of liquid crystal displays, printers and paper, on-demand printing, computerization of basic reference books, use of optical discs for preservation, and creating one's own fictional characters.…
Descriptors: Books, Computer Oriented Programs, Display Systems, Futures (of Society)
Rosnak, Theodore – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1986
This essay addresses access to information through the use of computer networking systems. Highlights include national commercial networks, bulletin board systems, cautionary notes on networking, the role of the public library in providing a link between the computer and the public, and maximizing access and efficiency through library services.…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Information Networks, Information Science, Information Services
Battin, Patricia – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1982
This discussion of the effects of computer technology on the services of research libraries includes descriptions of four information technology services that could replace more expensive traditional services. The efforts of the Research Libraries Group to reshape information services for their scholars is also described. (CHC)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education, Information Dissemination, Library Automation
LaRue, James – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1986
This article discusses similarities between the local bulletin board system (BBS) and the public library. Highlights include components of the small BBS (system operator, host computer, "messaging" software, auto-answer device, connection to one or more phone lines); uploading and downloading; notes from the board; and the role of the…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Information Dissemination, Information Networks, Information Systems
Boss, Richard – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1985
This article defines three separate categories of microcomputers--personal, desk-top, multi-user devices--and relates storage capabilities (expandability, floppy disks) to library applications. Highlghts include de facto standards, operating systems, database management systems, applications software, circulation control systems, dumb and…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Databases