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RLIN Product Batch: Fundamental Design Concepts.
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Crawford, Walt – Information Technology and Libraries, 1984
Considers fundamental decisions that shaped the output products of Research Libraries Information Network. Product Batch was designed using single data definition (RMARC) combined with standard PL/I, modular programing techniques, program documentation. Choice of software and programing languages, other design aspects (accountability, count…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Data Processing, Databases, Information Systems
Management Information for the CIP Program Using SAS.
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Godwin, Ruta Pempe; Vita, Susan H. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1988
Discusses the relative ease of obtaining library management statistics when using machine readable records and powerful software tools such as the Statistical Analysis System package. The development of such a management information system for the Cataloging in Publication division of the Library of Congress is described. (Seven notes with…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Graphs, Library Statistics, Machine Readable Cataloging
Answerman, the Expert Information Specialist: An Expert System for Retrieval of Information from Library Reference Books.
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Waters, Samuel T. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1986
Describes the National Agricultural Library's microcomputer-based expert system, which is designed to help users obtain answers to simple reference questions. Building of the system and its linking to external programs and systems are explained, and building of a total information system is proposed. Samples of the program are provided. (CDD)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Agriculture, Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices
Automated Periodical Reference Service.
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Ellefsen, David – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
Describes public library reference service which allows patrons to type out search instructions on a computer terminal, review and select references, and receive, by high-speed printer, facsimile copy of selected periodical articles. Development of periodicals center at main county library and use of self-coaching SEARCH HELPER system are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Indexes, Information Retrieval, Information Systems
The Development and Impact of a Global Information System.
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Kranch, Douglas A. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1989
Predicts that, over the next several decades, technological advancements in large scale database construction and maintenance, high speed digital transmission networks, and highly precise intelligent searchware will result in a worldwide information system. A projected model illustrates pricing and retrieval rate changes that may be expected over…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Cost Estimates, Database Design, Futures (of Society)
Microcomputer-Based Faculty Profile.
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Borovansky, Vladimir T.; Machovec, George S. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
A microcomputer database management system is used to create and index profiles of individual college faculty and to monitor their expertise (curricular, research, professional subject interests) and trends in university programs. The faculty profile is useful in improved referrals, collection development activities, staff orientation, and public…
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Statistical Collection Management Analysis of OCLC-MARC Tape Records.
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Payson, Evelyn; Moore, Barbara – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
Using OCLC-MARC tape records, master records were created for collection management reports at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater to help evaluate collection growth by type of material, location, and subject, based upon LC call number. The Statistical Analysis System (SAS) was run against records to generate information for special purposes. (9…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Databases