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Peer reviewedTao, Dorothy S. – Electronic Library, 1987
Discusses the rationale, methodology, capabilities and problems of a local area network created for the Library Consortium of Health Institutions in Buffalo, using a multi-user microcomputer. The rationale and design of a new network, designed to better meet information and compatibility requirements, are described and suggestions to network…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Computer Software, Consortia
Peer reviewedKidwell, Mary Coyle – Electronic Library, 1987
Discusses the Mitre Corporation's implementation of OCLC's LS/2000 integrated library system using a local area network (LAN). LAN issues--requirements, equipment, reliability, growth, security, and traffic--are covered in general and as they relate to Mitre. Installation of the LAN/system interface and benefits and drawbacks of using a LAN for…
Descriptors: Library Automation, Local Area Networks, Special Libraries
Peer reviewedHildreth, Charles R. – Electronic Library, 1987
Describes the trend toward decentralization and local, integrated systems in the library network environment. The response of the bibliographic utilities to these trends is discussed in terms of distributed processing systems, participation in the Linked Systems Project, the introduction of new and improved services, and international ventures. (1…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Decentralization, International Programs, Library Automation
Peer reviewedHildreth, Charles R. – Electronic Library, 1987
Reviews the growth of library networks and bibliographic utilities, and describes the concept of a national bibliographic network. The impact of microcomputers, the increased computer literacy of librarians, preferences for local autonomy, and the availability of commercial online services on the desire for a national system are discussed. (CLB)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Literacy, Databases, Information Technology
Peer reviewedYeates, Robin – Electronic Library, 1986
Summarizes the nature and status of videotex, and describes current applications by libraries and information centers, including community information dissemination and information retrieval from bibliographic databases. Prospective uses of videotex and library applications are discussed as well as problems to be overcome before effective videotex…
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society), Information Centers
Peer reviewedAnand, Havelin – Electronic Library, 1987
Describes the implementation of a telefacsimile plan used for interlibrary loan messaging and document delivery, and evaluates the system in terms of volume and quality of transmissions, turnaround time, costs and human resources, and equipment operation. The benefits and potential of telefacsimile for interlibrary loans are summarized.…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Delivery Systems, Evaluation Criteria, Evaluation Methods
