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Buchinski, Edwin – Canadian Library Journal, 1976
Traces the development of the concept of a Mini-MARC format, enumerates the objectives that the Mini-MARC format satisfies, and describes the MINIMARC system, an automated cataloging software package. (Author)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Programs, Library Automation, Union Catalogs
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Dunn, Mary Joan – Canadian Library Journal, 1976
Rationale, procedures, format, interfaces, uses, products, and future development of the Canadiana/Cataloguing Subsystem developed at Canada's national library. (LS)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Oriented Programs, Library Automation, National Libraries
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Beckman, Margaret – Canadian Library Journal, 1978
This article introduces the types of systems operating in the individual provinces and explains their purposes. Also covered are automated cataloging through library networks, and the beneficial and detrimental aspects of cooperative cataloging support systems. The University of Guelph system of automated cataloging, circulation, and acquisition…
Descriptors: Cataloging, College Libraries, Cost Effectiveness, Library Automation
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Durance, Cynthia J. – Canadian Library Journal, 1976
Each of the components of subject authority control in the Canadian context are discussed. The present stage of development of the National Library's plans for integrating the components into one automated subject authority system is also explored. (Author)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Library Automation, National Libraries, Speeches
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Zeeman, Joe – Canadian Library Journal, 1992
Describes Z39.50, a standard prepared by the National Information Standards Organization (NISO) for information retrieval that allows two computer systems connected to a network to exchange messages for the purpose of searching databases and receiving records. Canada's involvement is discussed, and possible library applications are described. (LRW)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval
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Sadek, Nancy – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Describes the use of the Guelph Document System (CODOC) as a vehicle for handling the University of Guelph's archival collection, noting difficulties that were encountered, as well as advantages. Two references are cited. (CHC)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Archives, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval
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Hannah, Kerry – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Describes the preparation for conversion, the implementation of the Guelph Documents System (CODOC) to organize and retrieve government documents, and the resulting benefits in the Guelph Public Library. Eight references are cited. (CHC)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Government Publications, Information Retrieval, Library Automation
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Lawton, Stephen B. – Canadian Library Journal, 1981
Discusses the results of a 1979 survey of Canadian libraries in postsecondary education to determine the extent to which library automation is being used. (CHC)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Foreign Countries, Library Automation, Library Surveys
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Cleveland, Gary – Canadian Library Journal, 1992
Describes research networks available in Canada and planning for a high-speed network called CANARIE (Canadian Network for the Advancement of Research, Industry, and Education). Potential library applications of research networks are discussed, including information retrieval, interlibrary loan, document delivery, shared cataloging, and…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society), Information Networks
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Merilees, Bobbie – Canadian Library Journal, 1988
Reports the results of a survey of the Canadian integrated library systems market. The analysis includes comparisons of large versus microcomputer-based installations by type of library and across all libraries, foreign sales by Canadian vendors, and trends in the library systems market. (CLB)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Developed Nations, Foreign Countries, International Trade
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Lighthall, Lynne – Canadian Library Journal, 1992
Reports results of a survey of vendors of automated systems in Canadian school libraries. Data are presented on number of installations; geographical distributions; international sales; and miscellaneous capabilities, including local area networks, union catalogs, and French language. Vendor addresses and telephone numbers are listed. (three…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Integrated Library Systems, Learning Resources Centers
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Converse, W. R. – Canadian Library Journal, 1984
Discusses need for research in library and information science from perspective of an academic library director. The current state of information science research, areas where research might be undertaken, economics, library schools, librarians as managers, and the impact of new information technology on research are examined. (Six sources are…
Descriptors: Change, Foreign Countries, Information Science, Librarians
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Daehn, Ralph M. – Canadian Library Journal, 1984
Discusses use of microcomputer hardware and software, telecommunications methods, and advanced library methods to create a specialized information center's database of literature relating to farm machinery and food processing. Systems and services (electronic messaging, serials control, database creation, cataloging, collections, circulation,…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Foreign Countries, Information Centers
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Newman, William L.; And Others – Canadian Library Journal, 1979
Presents background information on DOBIS (an online library system) evaluation, software acquisition, and development, and describes the status and plans for DOBIS in the Canadian government. Appendices provide an overview of the Canadian government version of the system from a librarian's and a systems analyst's perspective. (CWM)
Descriptors: Automatic Indexing, Computer Storage Devices, Government Libraries, Information Systems
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Neill, S. D. – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Discussion of growth trends involving use of new technology in the library (mainly computers and their devices) outlines recent advances in Canada, discusses current activities, and presents views of library functions 10 years from now. Issues and questions are presented and their impact on the library profession is discussed. (EJS)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society), Library Administration, Library Automation
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