ERIC - Search Results

Descriptor

Computer Oriented Programs	2
Computer Software	2
Information Networks	2
Online Systems	2
Branch Libraries	1
Centralization	1
College Libraries	1
Higher Education	1
Job Training	1
Library Automation	1
Library Services	1
Microcomputers	1
Public Libraries	1
Telecommunications	1
Word Processing	1
More ▼

Source

Library Hi Tech

Author

Dewey, Patrick R.	1
Michalak, Thomas J.	1

Publication Type

Journal Articles	2
Reports - Descriptive	2

Education Level

Audience

Practitioners

Location

Laws, Policies, & Programs

Assessments and Surveys

What Works Clearinghouse Rating

Showing all 2 results Save | Export

The Electronic Bulletin Board Arrives at the Public Library: The North-Pulaski Library Prototype.

Peer reviewed

Dewey, Patrick R. – Library Hi Tech, 1984

Describes the first library-sponsored Electronic Bulletin Board System (BBS), begun in November 1981 at North-Pulaski Branch of Chicago Public Library. Examples of logon routines, menu displays, recent features of the People's Message System, and censorship statements are included. BBS sources (noting address and price) and a nine-item…

Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Information Networks

The Application of Centralized Text Editing and Electronic Mail Systems in Libraries: The CMU Experience.

Peer reviewed

Michalak, Thomas J. – Library Hi Tech, 1984

Describes Carnegie-Mellon University Libraries' utilization of three software packages resident on the University's central computers: text editing, text formatting, and electronic mail. Advantages of utilizing central computing resources, introduction of and training in computing systems within libraries, specific applications, and advantages and…

Descriptors: Centralization, College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software