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Livingston, Alan – Media Management Journal, 1987
Outlines procedures for the application of data processing technology to media center functions, and explains four steps in designing a database: preliminary design, selection of software, detailed design, and design evaluation. (LRW)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Centers, Computer Software, Data Processing, Databases

Speer, Susan C. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1987
Describes a computer program designed to manage statistics about online searches which reports the number of searches by vendor, purpose, and librarian; calculates charges to departments and individuals; and prints monthly invoices to users with standing accounts. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Data Collection, Data Processing, Database Management Systems

Duke, John K.; Hirshon, Arnold – Information Technology and Libraries, 1986
Examines the need for medium to large academic libraries to have a policy for staff use of microcomputers. Key issues that should be covered in such a policy are outlined, including rules for acquisition and use, compatibility of hardware and software, and data administration. A model policy is provided. (CDD)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Data Processing, Equipment Maintenance