Discusses the application of new generation, external broadband telecommunications networks to academic library reference services. Several of the prominent networks are described, a selected bibliography of 20 recent publications is provided, and addresses for obtaining further information are listed. (CLB)

This catalog is a reference guide to microcomputer-based library software. It is noted that a CMBLS listing does not constitute a recommendation, as recommendations are not the policy of the FEDLINK (Federal Library and Information Network) Library Automation Resource Service, and that the catalog errs on the side of overinclusion to give the…