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Windows NT Systems for Libraries: An Overview of Emerging Products.
Cibbarelli, Pamela – Computers in Libraries, 1997
Provides a comprehensive list of all the major vendors offering the Windows NT operating system, the latest in integrated online library systems software. Describes features and capabilities; platforms; and libraries where it is installed. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer System Design, Information Services, Integrated Library Systems
The Microcomputer in the Library: IV. Cataloguing and Acquisitions Software.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Leggate, Peter; Dyer, Hilary – Electronic Library, 1986
Describes cataloging software characteristics (data input, storage, retrieval, and output); outlines acquisitions software requirements (recommendations, data input, budgetary control, dispatch of orders, claims and cancellations, receipts, management information); presents examples of cataloging and acquisitions software; and discusses the nature…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness, Data Processing
Grantwriting on the Run.
Moe, Laura – Technology Connection, 1995
Two teachers and seven media specialists from five school districts in Muskingum County (Ohio) had three weeks to write a proposal for a library automation grant. Before writing, they met to assess needs, determine how to find information on hardware and software, and establish long-term goals. As a result, they received the grant. (Author/AEF)
Descriptors: Grants, Information Retrieval, Library Automation, Media Specialists
The Microcomputer in the Library: V. Circulation Control and Serials Control.
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Leggate, Peter; Dyer, Hilary – Electronic Library, 1986
Describes features of existing software packages for circulation control (borrower and item files, data capture and verification, issue, return, renewal, loan conditions, reservations, overdues, updating, and management information), and serials control (ordering, recording receipt, reader access, binding and financial control, listings, and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Costs, Database Management Systems, Information Processing
Multi-Functional Library Systems.
Saffady, William – Computer Equipment Review, 1985
Presents detailed reports on four multifunctional library systems which utilize a single bibliographic database and common software to support cataloging, circulation control, and related operations: two turnkey systems--the Automated Library Information System and LS/2000 System--and two software packages--Dortmund and Lewen Library Systems and…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Software, Computers, Costs
Microcomputer-Based Library Catalog Software.
Lundeen, Gerald; Tenopir, Carol – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1984
Discusses factors that should be considered when comparing microcomputer software for small and medium-sized library catalogs and describes eight specific packages--BRS/Search Micros/Mini Version, Card Catalog, Golden Retriever, INMAGIC, TEQLIB, FINDER, SCIMATE, and STAR. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Design Preferences, Display Systems
Ergonomics Considerations in Microcomputing.
Torok, Andrew G. – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1984
Discusses evolution of ergonomics and development of computer ergonomics with its sub-fields of hardware ergonomics (user-equipment-related problems including workstation design); software ergonomics (problems in communication with computers); and peopleware ergonomics (psychological impact). Ergonomic features of VDTs, keyboards, and printers are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Display Systems, History, Human Factors Engineering