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Peer reviewedNasatir, Marilyn – Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Integrating machine-readable data files and microcomputer software (combined as MRDF) into traditional library and information services by incorporating a MARC format for them into the bibliographic networks will increase access to those materials. Standards for their bibliographic control have been developed and progress is being made in their…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Programs, Databases, Information Networks
Peer reviewedTenopir, Carol – Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
This article reviews and evaluates literature dealing with choosing software for creation of microcomputer-based in-house databases in the information center. Sections on purchasing versus programing, directories of software, evaluation of software, and sources for software descriptions or reviews are included. Appendices list microcomputer…
Descriptors: Costs, Databases, Information Centers, Merchandise Information
Peer reviewedKruger, Betsy – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
Follows development of New England Library Information Network (NELINET) since its 1964 beginning and explores important issues in library network development: economic imperative for cooperative efforts in automation; funding, governance, and organizational structure; and the evolving role of regional networks and their relationship to nationwide…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Databases, Information Systems, Library Automation
Peer reviewedNeubauer, K. W. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
This overview of the information market and services available in the Federal Republic of Germany highlights online information systems (hosts, databases, networks); relation of Europe to United States and Germany; the German library system (problems and advantages of document delivery, online services); and telecommunication technology.…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Databases, Foreign Countries, Information Dissemination
Peer reviewedGeraci, Diane; Langschied, Linda – Information Technology and Libraries, 1992
Discusses the role of libraries in providing access to data in electronic form. Types of data are described, including social data, scientific data, and humanities data; the definition of libraries and library services is considered; and acquisition of the skills needed to provide effective access is discussed. (20 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Databases, Electronic Libraries, Humanities
Peer reviewedCochrane, Pauline A.; Markey, Karen – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
Presents overview of library classification and automation (1940-84), including use of Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress classification in online cataloging systems. Highlights include classification number access in existing online catalogs, functions of classification records, specifications for authority file records, and the nature of…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Classification, Computer Oriented Programs, Databases
