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Nieuwenhuysen, Paul – Electronic Library, 1990
Provides a list of recent publications that review text management software which runs on IBM PCs and compatibles. Software functions covered include online searching of databases; information storage and retrieval; word processing; and computer-assisted instruction for retrieving online information. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Database Management Systems, Databases

Pollard, Richard – Electronic Library, 1986
Discusses criteria for evaluating microcomputer database management systems (DBMS) used for storage and retrieval of bibliographic data. Two popular types of microcomputer DBMS--file management systems and relational database management systems--are evaluated with respect to these criteria. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Citations (References), Classification, Comparative Analysis, Computer Software

Jansen, Arnold A. J. – Electronic Library, 1984
This paper proposes solutions to technical, copyright, and financial problems of downloading (storage in machine-readable form at user's site as result of searches in machine-readable file held on vendor's computer). Challenges of downloading--establishing ground rules, new pricing structure, new sales possibilities--are discussed. Six references…
Descriptors: Copyrights, Costs, Databases, Information Retrieval

Jacso, Peter – Electronic Library, 1989
Discusses the wide variety of installation standards currently maintained by publishers of CD-ROM databases and the problems this can cause for users. Hardware and software requirements of various CD-ROM databases intended for use on IBM personal computers and compatibles are described. (five references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Database Producers, Equipment Standards

Grosch, Audrey N. – Electronic Library, 1983
Addresses concept of automated library systems as integration of traditional bibliographic transaction processing applications and advanced office systems. Functional application distribution for this system is discussed using Computer Consoles, Inc., Office Power and Prime Computer, Inc., and Prime Office Automation System to show office…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Information Systems, Library Automation

Cuadra, Carlos A. – Electronic Library, 1983
Addresses the question of whether interest in downloading into local electronic libraries is a reflection of user needs or is being generated by those who have something to sell. Growth of online services, growth of local computer capacity, purposes of a local electronic library, and sources of data are highlighted. (EJS)
Descriptors: Databases, Electronic Libraries, Futures (of Society), Information Storage

McKnight, Cliff; And Others – Electronic Library, 1988
Argues that access to hypertext documents in read-only forms contradicts the assumption that hypertext removes the distinction between author and reader, and discusses the implications for authors of hypertext documents. The creation of hypertext versions of journal articles and a database of such articles are described. (four references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Electronic Publishing, Full Text Databases, Information Retrieval

Hopson, Jean B.; Yeung, Jimmy T. – Electronic Library, 1989
Describes the design and operation of a system that resulted from a project undertaken by a small specialized library to provide self-help for patrons seeking reference assistance. The areas of information available on the system are described, including standard reference titles, library holdings and services, reserve readings, and placement…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Databases, Higher Education, Library Services

Satalkar, Vasudha; Kunte, Pravin – Electronic Library, 1988
Describes the use of dBase II at the Centre of Studies in Resources Engineering of India to develop a microcomputer based database. The effectiveness of the system in bibliographic data storage and management, data selection and retrieval, and report preparation is discussed. (7 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval

Leggate, Peter; Dyer, Hilary – Electronic Library, 1986
Identifies two types of applications software for microcomputers: (1) communications, file transfer, and search assistance software, which facilitates intelligent access to external databases; and (2) software to support local database creation and searching. Functions of each type of software are described and examples of commercial packages are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Information Networks, Information Retrieval

Boss, Richard W. – Electronic Library, 1985
This overview of local library online systems that integrate several functions covers functional integration, benefits of integrated systems, turnkey systems, minicomputer and microcomputer-based systems, interfacing automated systems, types of interfaces, linking homogenous and heterogeneous systems, role of vendors, library applications, linking…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Information Networks, Information Systems

Baird, Patricia – Electronic Library, 1988
Reviews the theory, background, and general applications of hypertext and describes the design of Glasgow Online, an integrated database of information on the life and times of the city. Problems with the design of an interface for non-expert users and possible models for structuring information and establishing links are discussed. (12…
Descriptors: Community Information Services, Database Management Systems, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval

Nieuwenhuysen, Paul – Electronic Library, 1988
This bibliography lists 754 books and articles which focus on programs that can run on IBM microcomputers and compatibles using PC DOS/MS DOS, and that can be used in online information and documentation work. An index lists the software packages alphabetically by title and references them to the main entries, which are listed by author. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Information Retrieval

Tedd, Lucy A. – Electronic Library, 1983
Descriptions of available microcomputer software cover basic software, word processing, database management systems, in-house information retrieval, searching of external online information retrieval systems, in-house library housekeeping, and financial and management software. Checklist of points to consider when acquiring software, 36…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Databases, Equipment Manufacturers

Kanters, Ben – Electronic Library, 1983
Report on use of the microcomputer for information storage and retrieval (ISR) notes hardware (floppy disks, keyboard, screen, printer); functions of ISR software; standardization of the operating system; database creation; data entry; indexing; search process; choice of ISR software package; software market and user; training and instruction; and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Information Retrieval, Information Storage
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