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The Z39.50 Standard--Almost a Reality.
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Zeeman, Joe – Canadian Library Journal, 1992
Describes Z39.50, a standard prepared by the National Information Standards Organization (NISO) for information retrieval that allows two computer systems connected to a network to exchange messages for the purpose of searching databases and receiving records. Canada's involvement is discussed, and possible library applications are described. (LRW)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval
Facilitating Resource Sharing in an Automated Environment: An Update on the National Library's Interlibrary Loan Protocol.
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Turner, Fay – Canadian Library Journal, 1990
Describes an international interlibrary loan (ILL) protocol that was developed by the National Library of Canada to permit the exchange of ILL messages between bibliographic institutions that use different computers, systems, and communications services. Standardization is discussed, protocol testing is described, and international ILL protocol…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Foreign Countries, Interlibrary Loans
Canadian Libraries and the Emerging Information Network.
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Cleveland, Gary – Canadian Library Journal, 1992
Describes research networks available in Canada and planning for a high-speed network called CANARIE (Canadian Network for the Advancement of Research, Industry, and Education). Potential library applications of research networks are discussed, including information retrieval, interlibrary loan, document delivery, shared cataloging, and…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Futures (of Society), Information Networks
Using Technology to Access Information.
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Carrie, Judith – Canadian Library Journal, 1990
Describes the Canadian Database Promotion Initiative (CDPI), which was created to develop projects that link telecommunications with information technologies for a variety of business and educational organizations. Topics discussed include computer-mediated communications; networks for businesses, research organizations, and universities; and the…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Foreign Countries, Government Role, Higher Education
Electronic Communications: University of Calgary Libraries.
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Vine, Rita – Canadian Library Journal, 1988
Describes the implementation of an electronic mail system at the University of Calgary Libraries, and reports the results of a survey that examined user satisfaction with the system and usage patterns by library staff. Suggestions for the successful implementation of electronic mail systems are offered. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Networks, Electronic Mail, Foreign Countries
TRESNET: The Trent Resource Sharing Network.
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Kavanagh, Rosemary – Canadian Library Journal, 1988
Describes TRESNET, a fully automated resource sharing network that provides an interlibrary loan and film booking system for the public libraries of seven counties and three municipalities in Ontario. The discussion covers the implementation and operation of the network and benefits being derived from it. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Cost Effectiveness, Evaluation Criteria, Foreign Countries
Building a High-Tech Library in a Period of Austerity.
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Bazillion, Richard J.; Scott, Sue – Canadian Library Journal, 1991
Describes the planning process for designing a new library for Algoma University College (Ontario). Topics discussed include the building committee, library policy, design considerations, an electric system that supports computer technology, library automation, the online public access catalog (OPAC), furnishings and interior environment, and…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Networks, Design Requirements, Educational Facilities Design