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Mainframe Magic on a Micro.

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Johnson, Jane S. – Library Software Review, 1986

This paper describes in depth the development, use, and capabilities of a microcomputer-based bibliographic system established for the International Program for Agricultural Knowledge Systems at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Hardware, software and outputs, and features of the INMAGIC database (adding records, searching,…

Descriptors: Agriculture, College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software

Designing a Decision Support System (DSS) for Academic Library Managers Using Preprogrammed Application Software on a Microcomputer.

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McDonald, Joseph – Library Software Review, 1986

Focusing on management decisions in academic libraries, this article compares management information systems (MIS) with decision support systems (DSS) and discusses the decision-making process, information needs of library managers, sources of data, reasons for choosing microcomputer, preprogrammed application software, prototyping a system, and…

Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Decision Making, Higher Education