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Peer reviewedNieuwenhuysen, Paul – Online & CD-ROM Review, 1997
Explores data transfer speeds obtained with various combinations of hardware and software components through a study of access to the Internet from a notebook computer connected to a local area network based on Ethernet and TCP/IP (transmission control protocol/Internet protocol) network protocols. Upgrading is recommended for higher transfer…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Selection, Computer Software, Internet
Peer reviewedBeckett, George – Library Software Review, 1994
Describes a new software program called "Everywhere Access" that provides remote access to libraries' networked personal computers and that is suitable for use with the Internet. Highlights include installation; operation; security; standards issues; documentation and technical support; and potential uses and applications. (LRW)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Security, Computer Selection, Computer Software
Buis, Vern – Online, 1992
Describes the Nebraska Library Commission's experiences with modem sharing on their local area network (LAN). Asynchronous communications servers (ACSs) are described, selecting software for an ACS is discussed, pricing and compatibility is considered, and two sidebars list network-compatible terminal software and companies that provide ACS…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Local Area Networks, Microcomputers
Peer reviewedZheng, Ting – Library Software Review, 1994
Explains procedures for installing a CD-ROM local area network (LAN) using Novell NetWare as the network operating system and SCSI Express to support networking CD-ROMs, based on experiences at the University of Wisconsin at Whitewater library. Topics discussed include planning, equipment selection, workstation configuration, installation, and…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Higher Education
Christensen, Paul – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1991
Discussion of planning for automation in school libraries focuses on plans in the North Kitsap (Washington) School District. Highlights include selection of microcomputer-based hardware and software to support local area and wide area networks; a circulation system and an online public access catalog (OPAC); and database creation and retrospective…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers
Cunningham, David; Sloan, Stephen – Computers in Libraries, 1994
Describes how a university library uses the WorldWideWeb (WWW) to enable users to access resources mounted on a local Z39.50 server and to order prints from articles stored on a CD-ROM jukebox. The software used in the construction of the system, necessary modifications to the software, and software ordering information are covered. (KRN)
Descriptors: Access to Information, College Libraries, Computer Networks, Computer Software
