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Peer reviewedHendricks, Donald D.; Manino, Glenn – Information Technology and Libraries, 1987
This description of the use of IBM Series/1 minicomputers to implement a library automation system includes discussion of current functions of the system, the system configuration, communications capabilities, software, and cost factors. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Case Studies, Cost Effectiveness, Equipment Evaluation
Peer reviewedDodson, Carolyn – Special Libraries, 1987
Describes compact disk technology in general and possible library applications, including cataloging, online bibliographic searching, and full text searching, and compares the purchase of optical disk packages to traditional online services. Guidelines are provided for evaluating optical disks which focus on the size of the database, updating…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Storage Devices, Cost Effectiveness, Databases
Campbell, Brian – Database, 1987
Outlines evaluative criteria and compares optical data disk products used in library technical processes, including bibliographic records for cataloging, acquisition databases, and local public access catalogs. An extensive table provides information on specific products, including updates, interfaces, edit screens, installation help, manuals,…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Databases
