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What if Libraries Are Artifact-Bound Institutions?
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Lewis, David W. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1998
Considers whether libraries are artifact-bound institutions and therefore will be replaced as the dominant technology for information communication moves from tangible objects to electronic bits on a network. Topics include what libraries are for; libraries as information subsidy; subsidies for networked information; and the digital library as…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Electronic Libraries, Information Networks, Information Technology
Packet Radio for Library Automation.
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Brownrigg, Edwin B.; And Others – Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
This tutorial on packet radio (communication system using radio and digital packet-switching technology) highlights radio transmission of data, brief history, special considerations in applying packet radio to library online catalogs, technology, defining protocol at physical and network levels, security, geographic coverage, and components. (A…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Information Networks, Information Systems, Library Automation
Object-Oriented Cataloging.
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Heaney, Michael – Information Technology and Libraries, 1995
Proposes major revisions of MARC in order to allow bibliographic records to maximize the benefits of computer databases and high-speed data networks, and suggests a strategic plan for libraries to enable an organic transformation to be made from current MARC-based cataloging to object-oriented cataloging. Numerous figures present cataloging…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Records, Cataloging, Computer Networks, Databases
Applications of Local Area Networks of Microcomputers in Libraries.
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Levert, Virginia M. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
Important features of local area networks (LAN) are reviewed, and several microcomputer LANs are described (ARCnet, Hinet, ShareNet, Ethernet, Omninet, PLAN 4000). Results of survey of 10 libraries using or planning to use a microcomputer LAN and considerations in choosing a LAN are reported. Forty-one references are cited. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Information Networks, Information Systems, Library Automation
Future Possibilities in Information Technology and Access.
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Wolf, Milton, Ed.; And Others – Information Technology and Libraries, 1994
Includes two articles that discuss science fiction and future possibilities in information technology: "'Jurassic Park' and Al Jolson: Thinking about the Information Revolution" (Connie Willis) and "The Good and the Bad: Outlines of Tomorrow" (David Brin). (LRW)
Descriptors: Accountability, Appropriate Technology, Authors, Futures (of Society)
The Development of the National Research and Education Network.
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Corbin, Roberta A. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1991
Traces the development of national computer networks and discusses the need for the National Research and Education Network (NREN). Topics discussed include ARAPNET, Internet, BITNET, NSFNET, the role of the government, legislative status, the Coalition for Networked Information, policy issues, technological requirements, and libraries and NREN.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Networks, Copyrights, Financial Support
Network Literacy: A Role for Libraries?
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McClure, Charles R. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1994
Explores the impact of electronic networking on social evolution, new notions of literacy, and social equity. Strategies to develop the Internet/NREN as a vehicle for reconnecting segments of society and promoting a network-literate population are needed. The role of libraries and the educational community in accomplishing these objectives must be…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Futures (of Society)