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Doll, Russell – Journal of Library Automation, 1980
Speculates on unanticipated effects brought about by the application of online sytems and databases to library services. Concern is voiced about the development of a technological library elite, the growth of research dependency, the limiting of the availability of books and journals, and the narrowing of serendipity in research. (RAA)
Descriptors: Communications, Databases, Information Processing, Information Systems

Salton, Gerald – Journal of Library Automation, 1979
Various approaches to the design of automatic library systems are described, suggestions for the design of rational and effective automated library processes are posed, and an attempt is made to assess the importance and effect of library network systems on library operations and library effectiveness. (Author/CWM)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Information Processing, Information Storage, Library Automation