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Boss, Richard W.; Espo, Hal – Library Journal, 1987
Discusses several areas to be considered in planning for library automation: (1) cataloging standards; (2) MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) format; (3) database design; (4) retrospective conversion; (5) REMARC, a retrospective conversion service; (6) MiniMARC, a stand-alone cataloging support system; (7) copy-specific file conversion; and (8)…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Library Automation, Shared Library Resources
Martin, Susan K. – Library Journal, 1987
Discusses the pros and cons of library cooperation as exemplified by interlibrary loan and OCLC. Moving away from cooperation toward the more intensive use of local systems is suggested as one alternative for the future. (MES)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Interlibrary Loans, Library Automation, Library Cooperation
Treadwell, Jane; Ketcham, Lee – Library Journal, 1991
Discusses the results of a national survey of libraries, publishers, and subscription agents that was conducted by the American Library Association (ALA) to address concerns about serials prices. Highlights include library budget trends; resource sharing; selection decisions; library automation; pricing practices of publishers; publisher services;…
Descriptors: Library Automation, Library Expenditures, Library Material Selection, Library Surveys
Kurzweil, Raymond – Library Journal, 1993
Discusses the impact of electronic publishing, information networks, and new ways of accessing information on libraries. It is noted that the virtual library will still need human direction and that librarians' primary responsibilities will be in finding knowledge and teaching. (EA)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Books, Electronic Publishing, Futures (of Society)
LaGuardia, Cheryl – Library Journal, 1995
Examines the shift from the vision of the virtual library to the digital library concept. Discusses attitudes toward electronic resources, CD-ROM technology, the appropriate use of electronic formats, differences in information needs, balance between print and electronic media in libraries, and collaborative resource development. A sidebar…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Change, Computer Attitudes, Electronic Libraries