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Loughborough Univ. of Technology (England). – 1971
The aim of the project was to develop automated systems encompassing the functions of existing manual procedures, but only when the functions could also be surpassed sufficiently to justify the cost of automation. The housekeeping systems were to be viewed as a whole and appropriate interfaces provided between them so as to provide an integrated…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computers, Libraries, Library Automation

Brownrigg, Edwin Blake; Bruer, J. Michael – Library Trends, 1976
Problems, issues, and alternatives in designing individual, stand alone systems for servicing selected library operations, with emphasis on problems of integrating these with major automated systems, a new mode of operation called coupling, and strategies for dealing with large amounts of retrospective data. (Author/LS)
Descriptors: Computers, Evaluation, Information Storage, Interaction
Bellomy, Fred L. – 1971
The feasibility of undertaking a major university-wide library systems development program for the University of California libraries was studied from July 1970 to March 1971. The findings indicate that such a program can provide significantly improved library services while at the same time offering long term fiscal advantages to the University…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computers, Cost Effectiveness, Library Automation

Luker, Kenneth; Runyon, Robert S. – Library Trends, 1976
A discussion of computer services and equipment applicable to libraries considers the industry, the library, processing in and out of the library, programs and programing, system designs, specifications; selection, evaluation, standards, acquisition, contracts, and safeguards. (LS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computers, Evaluation, Information Services

Shekhel, Alex; Freeman, Eva – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Discusses the advantages of parallel processor computers in terms of expandibility, cost, performance and reliability, and suggests that such computers be used in library automation systems as a cost effective approach to planning for the growth of information services and computer applications. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computers, Cost Effectiveness, Data Processing, Information Services

Buck, Dayna E.; Krois, Jerome W. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Discussion of basic telecommunications concepts includes data terminal equipment, carrier equipment and data communications equipment. Guidelines offered for librarians planning the implementation of a telecommunications network address reliability and costs of equipment, requirements of the system, and ease of use of the system. (CLB)
Descriptors: Computers, Electronic Equipment, Evaluation Criteria, Input Output Devices
Matthews, Joseph R. – Drexel Library Quarterly, 1981
Defines in general terms the nature of computers, describes the various types of computers, discusses the characteristics and applications of the types of computers mentioned, reviews some basic facts about computer technology and computer hardware, and outlines a set of options for libraries considering acquiring a computer system. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Computer Storage Devices, Computers
Lee, Hwa-Wei; And Others – 1984
Designed to help institutions considering library automation, this report describes the adoption, installation, and use of the Virginia Tech Library System (VTLS) at Ohio University. The report includes information on: (1) a task force created at Ohio University in 1978 to explore an automated circulation system; (2) installation and tape loading…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Computers, Higher Education
Young, Micki Jo; And Others – 1978
This book for library administrators and Federal library staff covers the application of minicomputers in Federal libraries and offers a review of minicomputer technology. A brief overview of automation explains computer technology, hardware, and software. The role of computers in libraries is examined in terms of the history of computers and…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Storage Devices, Computers, Government Libraries
CAUSE/EFFECT, 1987
Both academic and administrative computing as well as network and communications services for the university are provided and supported by the Computer Services Division. Academic services, administrative services, systems engineering and database administration, communications, networking services, operations, and library technologies are…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Libraries, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education
Braidwood, J. – 1969
Contained in this bibliography are 312 references as they related to general principles and problems of information display, man-computer interaction, present and possible future display equipment, ergonomic aspects of display design, and current and potential applications, especially to information processing. (Author/MM)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computers, Display Aids, Display Systems