Emphasis is placed on the automation efforts of the Federal Library Committee's Task Force on the Automation of Library Operations. (MF)

Surveys the most recent developments in the complete revision or reform of the Universal Decimal Classification. (Author/PF)

Discusses the role of certain types of classifications in a modern automated environment. (Author/PF)

Outlines structural changes in the information supply community effected by the emergence of computer-searchable files as a major information resource together with other developments in electronic technology. Database definitions, interface differences, DuPont experiences, and options available to libraries and information centers are discussed.…

Specific aspects of the thesaurus treated in this brief review are: thesaurus as a concept, classification and structure, and language compilation and control. (75 references) (NH)

Defining a numeric database as a computer-readable collection of data predominantly numeric in nature, this article reviews techniques and technologies having a positive influence on the growth of numeric databases, such as videotex, mini- and microcomputers, artificial intelligence, improved software, telecommunications, and office automation.…

The paper reviews the research on design and operation of research libraries sponsored by the Purdue University Libraries and the Purdue School of Industrial Engineering. The use of mathematical models in library operations research is discussed. Among the mathematical methods discussed are marginal analysis or cost minimization, computer…

Review of technological advances and emerging information services that are having an effect on Australian schools highlights cataloging, circulation, and information services (Australian Schools Catalogue Information Service, South Australian Education Resources Information System, regional automated library networks); audiovisual services;…