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Crowley, Mary Jo – Special Libraries, 1988
Describes the technology, equipment, and procedures necessary for converting a historical newspaper clipping collection to optical disk storage. Alternative storage systems--microforms, laser scanners, optical storage--are also retrieved, and the advantages and disadvantages of optical storage are considered. (MES)
Descriptors: Information Storage, Microforms, Newspapers, Optical Disks

Zamora, Gloria J; Adamson, Martha C. – Special Libraries, 1979
Describes the conversion of a bound journal collection in a technical library in a physics and nuclear science research laboratory to commercially produced microfilm cartridges in order to relieve a space shortage. Cost figures, microfilm availability, and space savings are discussed. (Author)
Descriptors: Costs, Microfilm, Microform Readers, Program Descriptions