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Kilgour, Frederick G. – Library Journal, 1987
Reviews the evolution of libraries from their 19th century foundations in bibliography into institutions providing information per se. A major advance in direct information provision, the Electronic Information Delivery Online System (EIDOS), which is under development by OCLC, is described and future prospects for librarianship are suggested. (10…
Descriptors: Electronic Publishing, Futures (of Society), History, Librarians
Dougherty, Richard M.; Lougee, Wendy P. – Library Journal, 1985
This essay explores issues arising as librarians and publishers exploit new technologies--economic constraints, different discipline predilections for formats of information, intransigence of some scholars to alter communication patterns--and examines future of electronic publication and how the scholar, the library, and publishing industry will…
Descriptors: Change, Futures (of Society), Information Systems, Innovation
Friedman, Fred T. – Library Journal, 1984
This essay focuses on the effects of the information revolution and technological advancement on humans, noting themes in George Orwell's "1984," technology insecurity in libraries, technology and control, social interest regulation, ownership of telecommunications lines, technology and humanism, programming people, and effects on…
Descriptors: Computers, Federal Regulation, Human Factors Engineering, Humanism
Gardner, Jeffrey J.; Wax, David M. – Library Journal, 1976
Describes the development of online computer searching, some problems experienced in libraries offering search services, and some future considerations. Includes the roles of government, libraries, and the commercial sector. (Author/LS)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Government Role, Information Services
Gorman, Michael – Library Journal, 1994
Discusses forces working against traditional academic libraries, including bureaucrats who do not understand libraries and want to save money and people who think technology will be able to provide better access to information without any guidance. Topics addressed include money and power; the economics of the publishing industry; and funding for…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Appropriate Technology, Economic Factors
De Gennaro, Richard – Library Journal, 1984
Addresses the role of academic research libraries as affected by powerful economic and technological forces. The shift in emphasis from collections to access, planning the transition, objectives to enhance traditional library collections and services, and funding the transition are highlighted. Four references are provided. (EJS)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Financial Support, Higher Education, Library Automation
Berry, John – Library Journal, 1993
Examines current OCLC practices and future possibilities under the leadership of K. Wayne Smith. Topics discussed include the changing roles of libraries, business, and government; the electronic information future; network possibilities, including the NREN (National Research and Education Network); future collaborations; online databases; and…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Networks, Cooperation, Databases
