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| Public-Access Computer… | 6 |
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| Almquist, Arne J. | 1 |
| Barnes, Susan J. | 1 |
| D'Souza, Alfred C. | 1 |
| Hooper, Todd | 1 |
| Kunze, John A. | 1 |
| Price-Wilkin, John | 1 |
| Schlabach, Martin L. | 1 |
| Stanton, Deidre E. | 1 |
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| Reports - Descriptive | 6 |
| Book/Product Reviews | 1 |
| Guides - Classroom - Learner | 1 |
| Reports - Research | 1 |
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Peer reviewedD'Souza, Alfred C. – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1993
Describes the development of a campuswide information system at the University of Pennsylvania called PennInfo. Topics discussed include client/server architecture; menu-driven software; technical features; operational support to end-users; a Gopher server; and future plans. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer System Design, Futures (of Society), Higher Education
Peer reviewedKunze, John A. – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1992
Describes the use of the Z39.50 information retrieval protocol as the basis for Infocal, a read-only, client/server-based campus information system. Technical considerations in adapting the protocol to nonbibliographic data, including semantic modules, dynamic attribute sets, and dynamic record syntax, are described in detail. (Contains 11…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Database Design
Peer reviewedPrice-Wilkin, John – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1994
Discusses how the World-Wide Web (WWW) can be linked to the PAT system, a search engine supporting access to Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML) encoded documents. Technical concepts are reviewed, and the operation of a PAT-to-Web gateway is explained using examples of how it is employed. (JKP)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer System Design
Peer reviewedAlmquist, Arne J. – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1997
Libraries' dependence on computers can lead to frustrations for patrons and staff during downtime caused by computer system failures. Advice for reducing the number of crashes is provided, focusing on improved training for systems staff, better management of library systems, and the development of computer systems using quality components which…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Information Management, Information Services
Peer reviewedStanton, Deidre E.; Hooper, Todd – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1992
Describes and evaluates LIBS Internet Access Software (also called Sonoma Software), which offers automatic Telnet connection to remote library catalogs, databases, information services, campuswide information services, and other wide-area information access tools. Instructions for obtaining and installing the software are given, and a comparison…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer System Design, Gateway Systems
Peer reviewedSchlabach, Martin L.; Barnes, Susan J. – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1994
Describes the Mann Library Gateway that provides access to an electronic library developed at Cornell University (New York) including indexes, numeric data files, and full text of journal articles and reference works that are available at users' workstations. Highlights include modules of the system; software design; user training and support;…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Software Development, Computer System Design, Databases
