Descriptor
| Computer Networks | 2 |
| Cost Effectiveness | 2 |
| Optical Data Disks | 2 |
| Databases | 1 |
| Library Automation | 1 |
| Library Expenditures | 1 |
| Library Instruction | 1 |
| Library Planning | 1 |
| Library Services | 1 |
| Microcomputers | 1 |
| Nonprint Media | 1 |
| More ▼ | |
Source
| Laserdisk Professional | 2 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 2 |
| Opinion Papers | 2 |
| Reference Materials -… | 1 |
| Reports - Evaluative | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
McQueen, Howard – Laserdisk Professional, 1990
Discusses issues relating to recent introductions of CD-ROM technologies in libraries and considerations that have motivated libraries to choose networking CD-ROMs over the standalone approach. Factors discussed include cost effectiveness, the flexibility of the networking approach, and performance considerations. A glossary of terms is provided.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Cost Effectiveness, Databases, Library Automation
Nicholls, Paul Travis – Laserdisk Professional, 1990
Briefly discusses six issues related to the use of CD-ROM in libraries and provides sources of information on each issue. The issues discussed are pricing and costs; user preferences for CD-ROM; networking as a means of meeting high demand for CD-ROM; media options; strategic planning to meet demands; and bibliographic instruction. (10 references)…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Cost Effectiveness, Library Expenditures, Library Instruction
