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Lancaster, F. W. – American Libraries, 1985
This essay reassesses various predictions made 10 years ago concerning the replacement of print on paper by electronic publication in light of what has actually taken place in the ensuing decade. A summary of earlier observations, stages of change, electronic publishing and publications, and changes in libraries are highlighted. (EJS)
Descriptors: Automation, Communication (Thought Transfer), Databases, Futures (of Society)
