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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 reviewedGillman, Peter L. – Electronic Library, 1984
This essay examines ways in which microcomputers are currently used in libraries and suggests practical considerations for those about to embark on automation projects. Sources of information on library automation, the overselling of microcomputing power, systems analysis, and factors to consider in purchase justification are highlighted. Four…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Library Automation, Library Planning, Literature Reviews
Peer reviewedSatalkar, 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
Peer reviewedNash, Sarah Hendrickson – Electronic Library, 1983
Relates experiences in selecting and implementing a word processor in Technical Information Services Office of Institute for Defense Analyses. Highlights include needs assessment; selecting the system (system functions, vendor reputation); recommendation and justification; implementation plan (training, developing procedures, catalog cards,…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Electronic Equipment, Library Automation, Needs Assessment
Peer reviewedMoulton, Lynda W. – Electronic Library, 1984
Description of considerations special libraries must address before building databases is based on practical experiences of Comstow Information Services. Developing standards for all types of materials (journal articles, internal reports, competitors' literature, government documents, conference proceedings, analytics, books), retrospective…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Software, Databases, Library Automation
Peer reviewedKaloyanova, Stefka – Electronic Library, 1991
Describes internal databases available at the Bulgarian Central Institute for Scientific and Technical Information (CINTI) and discusses trends and possibilities for their use in other library and information centers in Bulgaria. The online catalog at CINTI's Central Scientific and Technical Library (CSTL) is described, and potential uses of…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Information Services, Information Technology, Library Automation
Peer reviewedSchockley, Cynthia W.; Hinds, Timothy H. – Electronic Library, 1984
Describes process by which two operational components of National Epilepsy Library and Resource Center (reference library, information and referral unit) combined existing retrieval package with specially designed software to make optimum use of a Wang VS-80 minicomputer. Designing and programing the system, testing and evaluation, and final…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Software, Databases, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedAdeniran, O. R. – Electronic Library, 1992
The Nigerian Institute of International Affairs Library began a small automation project when complete library automation was not possible. Despite limitations, the library has successfully integrated technology into its daily operations, including computer literacy programs for the staff, maintaining offline circulation records, and producing…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Indexing
Peer reviewedStadler, Peter; Thomas, Martin; Mernke, Ernst – Electronic Library, 1999
Describes book ordering procedures at a German pharmaceutical library using the Electronic Data Interchange for Administration, Commerce and Transport (EDIFACT) guidelines developed by the United Nations. Topics include advantages for libraries and for the book trade, changes needed in software, productivity gains, and EDIFACT versus the Internet.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Change, Computer Software, Data
Peer reviewedDyer, Hilary – Electronic Library, 1994
Suggests ways of using personal computers in special libraries, including online searching; CD-ROM networks; reference work; current awareness services; press cuttings services; selective dissemination of information; local databases; object linking and embedding; cataloging; acquisitions; circulation; serials control; interlibrary loan; space…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Databases
