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Peer reviewedMcLaughlin, Pamela W. – Education Libraries, 1987
Describes and compares three versions of the ERIC database that are available on optical data disks: (1) DIALOG OnDisc ERIC; (2) OCLC Search CD450; and (3) SilverPlatter ERIC. The database contents, software and search commands, hardware requirements, notable features, and costs of each version are discussed. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Cost Effectiveness
Peer reviewedClayton, Victoria – Education Libraries, 1988
Describes two interactive computer programs of juvenile literature that young readers can use to search for books they might enjoy reading. The hardware and software requirements, database features, search strategies, and topics included in the databases are discussed. (13 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Childrens Literature, Computer Software, Databases
Peer reviewedBuckingham, Sarah – Education Libraries, 1985
Defines criteria applicable to implementation of end-user online searching service in academic education library (ease of use, flexibility, administrative ease, security, compatibility with available equipment) and describes systems in four categories--software (front ends, downloaded subsets), gateways, user friendly vendors, and straight vendor…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Databases, Higher Education
