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Weare, William H., Jr.; Toms, Sue; Breeding, Marshall – Library Media Connection, 2011
Do students prefer to use Google instead of the library catalog? Ever wondered why? Google is easier to use and delivers plenty of "good enough" resources to meet their needs. The current generation of online catalogs has two main problems. First, the look and feel of the interface doesn't reflect the conventions adhered to elsewhere on the web,…
Descriptors: School Libraries, Online Catalogs, Library Services, Online Systems
Terlaga, Amy – Computers in Libraries, 2010
In March 2007, SirsiDynix notified its Horizon and classic Dynix customers that it would not be releasing Horizon 8.0 in favor of developing its Unicorn software. As vice president/president-elect of SirsiDynix's Horizon/Dynix user group, the author was one of the first ones to be notified of this abrupt change in company strategy. The news sent…
Descriptors: Strategic Planning, Computer Software, Public Libraries, Library Associations
Nyerges, Mike – Computers in Libraries, 1999
Describes one public school library's struggles and solutions to problems associated with managing its new Windows desktop. To implement goals for organizing the desktop, the library selected the FoolProof desktop security system, utilized networks administration to enforce the school's Acceptable Use Policy, and used Windows 95 System Policies.…
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer System Design
Meghabghab, Dania Bilal – 1997
Although the general automation process can be applied to most libraries, small libraries and media centers require a customized approach. Using a systematic approach, this guide covers each step and aspect of automation in a small library setting, and combines the principles of automation with field- tested activities. After discussing needs…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers
Book Report, 1992
Presents results of a survey of 10 vendors of microcomputer-based automated library systems. Directory information is provided for each vendor, as well as data on hardware requirements, system capabilities, and costs. (MES)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer System Design, Elementary Secondary Education, Integrated Library Systems
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McKenzie, Jamie – School Libraries in Canada, 1996
Predicts the effects of information technology (IT) on libraries of the future. Discusses negative implications for school libraries. Describes four emerging roles for media specialists: (1) showing students and staff how to navigate information networks; (2) teaching users how to evaluate and select information; (3) designing information systems;…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Elementary Secondary Education, Futures (of Society), Information Skills
Hanani, Uri; Frank, Ariel – 1996
In the educational arena, information is conventionally scattered throughout many projects and documents and on many systems. This distribution of data inhibits students and faculty members from searching and accessing information conveniently and efficiently. The research project described in this paper aims to consolidate the disparate data into…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Electronic Libraries
Borgman, Christine L.; And Others – School Library Media Quarterly, 1990
Describes a prototype interactive science catalog for children that will have three interfaces: a subject-oriented browsing search, a search tied directly to science simulations, and an author/title/subject keyword searchable interface. Research plans include examinations of children's abilities to formulate and implement searchable queries and…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Computer System Design
Barry, Jeff; And Others – Library Journal, 1995
Discusses trends in the automated system marketplace with specific attention to online vendors and their customers: academic, public, school, and special libraries. Presents vendor profiles; tables and charts on computer systems and sales; and sidebars that include a vendor source list and the differing views on procuring an automated library…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer System Design, Futures (of Society), Information Industry
1996
Two papers addressing the practicalities of developing and managing a Web page include: "Managing a Web Node" (John Messing); and "Creating and Managing a School Library Web Page" (John Carr). The first paper discusses five areas in planning/managing a Web page: skills required; hardware and software requirements; planning…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Equipment
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Hooten, Patricia A. – Journal of Youth Services in Libraries, 1989
Discusses the difficulties encountered by children and adolescents when they are confronted with different types of catalog access modes in public and school libraries. Suggestions for alleviating these difficulties include the design of friendly features in online catalogs and cooperative planning by public and school libraries. (five references)…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Computer System Design, Cooperative Programs
Marks, Kenneth E.; And Others – Computers in Libraries, 1993
This special section on local area networks includes three articles: (1) a description of migration at Joyner Library, East Carolina University (North Carolina) to a new network server; (2) a discussion of factors to consider for network planning in school libraries; and (3) a directory of companies supplying cable, hardware, software, and…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Elementary Secondary Education
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Mastel, Vern L. – T.H.E. Journal, 1996
Describes the development of a wide area network (WAN) in the Bismarck Public School District (North Dakota). Topics include design goals, network infrastructure, implementing library access, sharing resources across platforms, electronic mail, dial-in access, Internet access, adhering to software licenses, shareware and freeware, and monitoring…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education
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Simonson, Michael, Ed. – Association for Educational Communications and Technology, 2011
For the thirty-fourth year, the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) is sponsoring the publication of these Proceedings. Papers published in this volume were presented at the annual AECT Convention in Jacksonville, FL. A limited quantity of these Proceedings were printed and sold in both hardcopy and electronic…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Research and Development, Educational Technology, Conference Papers
Mambretti, Catherine – 1998
The maturity of CD-ROM technology now shows a dramatic change in the way librarians and teachers do their jobs. Among their biggest challenges are deciding on equipment requirements and managing the disk collection. This manual is a step-by-step guide to making the most of CD-ROM technology in schools and libraries--from the acquisition of…
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Computer System Design, Copyrights, Decision Making
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