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Saari, David S.; Foster, George A., Jr. – Database, 1989
Compares two full featured database management systems for bibliographic information in terms of programs and documentation; record creation and editing; online database citations; search procedures; access to references in external text files; sorting and printing functions; style sheets; indexes; and file operations. (four references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Comparative Analysis, Database Management Systems, Indexes
Beltran, Ann Bristow – Database, 1987
Briefly evaluates the use of the InfoTrac system by students at the Indiana University library for computer-assisted searching. The evaluation covers the reliability of the equipment and software; improvements in the system; user needs and satisfaction; and emerging competitive systems. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Databases, Equipment Evaluation, Higher Education
Beaubien, Denise M. – Database, 1992
Compares Wilson's database tape and the IAC "Expanded Academic Index" as explored by librarians in the State University System of Florida. Features addressed include journal coverage; abstracts and full text; subject headings, including consistency versus precision and controlled vocabularies; search software; disk storage requirements;…
Descriptors: Abstracts, Academic Libraries, Comparative Analysis, Computer Software
