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Mason, Robert M. – Library Journal, 1983
Description of "Decision-Analyst," microcomputer software tool designed to analyze complex decisions involving many alternatives, highlights step-by-step approach, documentation, microcomputer requirements, and purchasing information. Two microcomputer users' groups (Apple Computer, Microcomputer Users Group for Libraries in North…
Descriptors: Catalogs, Computer Programs, Decision Making, Information Sources
Matthews, Joseph R. – Library Journal, 1986
This annual article reviews the progress and pitfalls experienced by the automated library system marketplace during 1985. Marketplace activity is represented by events in four segments: turnkey systems; library-developed software; software designed to run exclusively on microcomputers; and production of computer output microform catalogs. List of…
Descriptors: Computer Output Microfilm, Computer Software, Information Systems, Library Automation
Matthews, Joseph R. – Library Journal, 1984
This annual review article examines the automated library system marketplace from four perspectives: turnkey circulation systems, library-developed software which may be purchased by other libraries, the microcomputer segment of market, and production of COM catalogs. Addresses of 86 turnkey vendors, software vendors, library-developed systems,…
Descriptors: Computer Output Microfilm, Computer Software, Information Systems, Library Automation
Matthews, Joseph R. – Library Journal, 1985
This annual review article examines the progress made and pitfalls encountered by the automated library system marketplace during calendar year 1984. Total marketplace activity is represented by events that occurred in four segments: turnkey systems, library-developed software, software designed to run on microcomputers, and production of…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Output Microfilm, Computer Software, Information Systems
Dayall, Susan A.; And Others – Library Journal, 1987
Six articles on computers in libraries discuss training librarians and staff to use new software; appropriate technology; system upgrades of the Research Libraries Group's information system; pre-IBM PC microcomputers; multiuser systems for small to medium-sized libraries; and a library user's view of the traditional card catalog. (EM)
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Card Catalogs, Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices
Sloan, Bernard C.; And Others – Library Journal, 1986
"Library Journal's" fourth semiannual section on library automation provides basic and introductory articles on: remote public access to automated library systems, electronic bulletin boards, the online integrated automation system at the Oklahoma City public library, and buying a phone system. Tables include statistics on various…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Software, Electronic Mail, Library Automation
