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Garten, Edward D. – Library Software Review, 1985
Lists computer programs selected on basis of following criteria: (1) applicability or easy adaptability to academic or research library environment; (2) operative on three microcomputer brands found in academic and research libraries; (3) good or excellent reviews appearing in software magazines; (4) price ranging from $50-$350. Vendor addresses…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Databases
Canadian Association of Research Libraries, Montreal (Quebec). – 1979
These papers discuss various options for a computerized national bibliographic network and highlight the problems and potential of developing such a database. Following a brief explanation of the conference purpose and organization, 10 primary papers are presented: (1) "A Brief Overview of Computerized Library Networking in Canada," by…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Higher Education
Smith, Stephen J. – 1995
This manual was compiled for use by staff and graduate assistants working in the OCLC Cataloging Section of the Automated Services Unit, Technical Services Division, University of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign. Although the procedures described are institution-specific, their applications could be adapted to accommodate copy cataloging…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cataloging, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education
Harter, Stephen P., Comp.; Pfister, Fred C., Comp. – 1979
This directory contains information about current applications and proposed uses of computer systems in Florida's libraries for the purposes of (1) providing the base for a communication network among librarians now using computers and those who are interested in using them, (2) identifying information sources for librarians who are considering…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Information Systems, Learning Resources Centers
Wright, A. J. – 1981
The possible uses of excess central processing unit capacity in an integrated academic library automation system discussed in this draft proposal include (1) in-house services such as word processing, electronic mail, management decision support using PERT/CPM techniques, and control of physical plant operation; (2) public services such as the…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Databases

Solvberg, Ingeborg – Electronic Library, 1983
Description of how aspects of library automation are dealt with in Norway highlights main centers for library automation (Norsk Senter for Informatik, two universities); Bibsys--integrated library automation system (bibliographic subsystem, circulation subsystem); and Bibnett project (project studying system-to-system communication between…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Foreign Countries
Information Resources on Microcomputers in Libraries: Public Services. A Selected ERIC Bibliography.
ERIC Clearinghouse on Information Resources, Syracuse, NY. – 1984
Twelve articles published between 1982 and 1984 and cited in "Current Index to Journals in Education" are listed in this bibliography on public service applications of microcomputers in libraries. Topics include provision of free public access to microcomputers (justification, objectives, equipment specifications, uses and software,…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Annotated Bibliographies, Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education
British Columbia Union Catalogue, Richmond. – 1980
Sponsored by the 28 member libraries of the British Columbia Union Catalogue (BCUC), this proposal requests funds from provincial government to establish the British Columbia Library Network (BCLN), a computerized library information system based on the existing BCUC organization and database. Chapters describe the need for the establishment of…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Financial Support, Foreign Countries
Nolte, James – Computers in Libraries, 1990
Describes the components--hardware, software and applications, CD-ROM and online reference resources, and telecommunications links--of an electronic library workstation in use at Clarkson University (Potsdam, New York). Data manipulation, a hypothetical research scenario, and recommended workstation capabilities are also discussed. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer System Design
International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands). – 1983
Papers on Third World academic, research, and medical libraries and their role in scientific and technical information transfer, which were presented at the 1983 UNESCO/IFLA (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization/International Federation of Library Associations) seminar, include: (1) "Development of Effective…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Agriculture, Computer Oriented Programs, Developing Nations
Foster, Constance L. – 1983
In academic libraries, neither technical services, public services, nor administration has escaped the impact of online information systems. Online catalogs, network systems, interlibrary lending, database searches, circulation control, automated technical processes, and an increasing number of non-book materials are part of a technological…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Futures (of Society), Information Dissemination
Moran, Barbara B. – 1984
Changes occurring in college libraries as a result of automation are described, along with financial issues in library management, personnel issues, and changing patterns of collection development and resource sharing. New developments include online public access catalogs, computer-generated bibliographies, online search systems, and computerized…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Change Strategies, College Administration, College Libraries