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| Library Journal | 2 |
| Computers in Libraries | 1 |
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| Optical Information Systems | 1 |
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| Ali, S. Nazim | 2 |
| Barry, Jeff | 1 |
| Brandt, D. Scott, Comp. | 1 |
| Desmarais, Norman | 1 |
| Kittle, Paul | 1 |
| Nelson, Nancy Melin | 1 |
| Tenopir, Carol | 1 |
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Peer reviewedAli, S. Nazim – Information Development, 1989
Provides an overview of factual data banks and full text files available on optical data disks. Each entry in the directory includes the name of the data bank or file; producer; distributor; frequency of updates; period covered; subscription price; and a summary of the contents. Addresses of producers and distributors are provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Database Producers, Full Text Databases, Online Vendors, Optical Data Disks
Peer reviewedAli, S. Nazim – Information Development, 1990
Provides an overview of 50 bibliographic databases and library cataloging services currently available on CD-ROM. Entries include the name of the database; producer; frequency of updates; period covered; number of items included; subscription price; and a summary of the contents. Addresses of producers are also provided. (MES)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Database Producers, Library Automation, Online Catalogs
Brandt, D. Scott, Comp. – Computers in Libraries, 1993
Lists library-related computer products and services in five sections: (1) Products and Services, including hardware and supplies, software, and services; (2) Vendor Product/Service Listing, which shows the products and services offered by each vendor; (3) Product Names; (4) Vendors, Producers, and Distributors, including addresses and phone…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computers, Consultants, Library Automation
Nelson, Nancy Melin – Library Journal, 1990
Describes new CD-ROM products, services, software and data enhancements, and products with unique or interesting features. The discussion covers the extent of CD-ROM use in libraries; issues relating to networking, budgeting, evaluation, training and licensing; and factors to consider when selecting products or services. A directory of producers…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Database Producers, Evaluation Criteria, Information Storage
Kittle, Paul – Laserdisk Professional, 1989
Describes the implementation of a project that provides dial-up access to MEDLINE on remote optical data disk (CD-ROM) using software that enables callers to use programs like Wordstar, Lotus, and dBase. Highlights include networking CD-ROM databases, hardware considerations, advantages and disadvantages of remote access, and future plans. A…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Dial Access Information Systems
Desmarais, Norman – Optical Information Systems, 1989
This excerpt from "The CD-ROM Handbook" (Desmarais, Meckler Corp., 1988) describes a variety of CD-ROM products with library applications. Highlights include cataloging services; acquisitions; public access catalogs; reference works; indexes and databases; and names and addresses of 30 vendors connected with the optical publishing…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Cataloging, Indexes, Library Acquisition
Tenopir, Carol; Barry, Jeff – Library Journal, 1997
Profiles 25 database distribution and production companies, all of which responded to a 1997 survey with information on 54 separate online, Web-based, or CD-ROM systems. Highlights increased competition, distribution formats, Web versions versus local area networks, full-text delivery, and pricing policies. Tables present a sampling of customers…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software Evaluation, Costs, Database Producers
