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Microcomputers for the Public in the Public Library.
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Fowler, Bonnie S.; Smith, Duncan – Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Discusses institution of public access microcomputers in Adult Continuing Education Department of Forsyth County Public Library, noting three goals and how they are being met--computer literacy, information/instruction, and development of a local educational opportunity database. A list of books and magazines used in the computer center is…
Descriptors: Adults, Career Awareness, Computer Literacy, Computer Programs
INFORM: Library Information at Your Fingertips.
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Urbanek, Val – Information Technology and Libraries, 1982
User-friendly computer terminals with touch sensitive screens are used in new instruction and information dissemination system operating at Providence Public Library and Rockefeller Library at Brown University. This microcomputer-based turnkey system offers databases built by librarians providing information such as use of library, book reviews,…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Programs, Databases, Display Systems
Special Section: The USMARC Community Information Format.
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Lutz, Marilyn; And Others – Information Technology and Libraries, 1992
Five papers discuss topics related to the USMARC Community Information Format (CIF), including using CIF to create a public service resource network; development of a CIF-based database of materials relating to multicultural and differently-abled populations; background on CIF; development of an information and referral database; and CIF and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Community Information Services, Cultural Differences, Databases