A discussion of computer services and equipment applicable to libraries considers the industry, the library, processing in and out of the library, programs and programing, system designs, specifications; selection, evaluation, standards, acquisition, contracts, and safeguards. (LS)

History, development, evaluation, and problems of computerized biomedical information systems, with emphasis on the National Library of Medicine and MEDLARS. (LS)

The Library of Congress (LC) has increasingly created digital reproductions of visual materials to enhance access to its resources. This article describes selected aspects of LC's practical experience and current practices from digital capture through interactions with users, with an emphasis on the integration of access to pictorial images online…

Adequate recordkeeping in medical libraries provides useful guidelines for collection management, acquisitions, cataloging, circulation, planning, and administration. Computerized recordkeeping is also discussed, as well as the characteristics of library users and library use patterns. There are extensive references. (LS)

Focuses on the selection and decision-making aspects of the Edelmen model of collection development. Reviews challenges facing library/information studies education and the place of collection development within that context. Considers implications for the library/information center of the rise of a new class of resources. Suggests that a more…