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Lynch, Clifford A.; Brownrigg, Edwin B. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1986
Describes three areas of concern common to most major research libraries--storage requirements, preservation of library collections, and remote access to library resources--that are adaptable to current developments in computer-based information delivery. Data on University of California's nine-campus library system is cited. Eleven sources are…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Higher Education, Information Storage, Library Collections
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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
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Rogers, Gloria H. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1986
Description of the conversion of San Diego State University Library's Asian collection from catalog cards to online catalog through OCLC discusses technical problems involved in creating databases with Chinese, Japanese, and Korean vernacular characters. Ambiguities created by romanization and decision to convert the collection only in romanized…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Asian Studies, Higher Education, Information Retrieval
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Fayollat, James; Coles, Elizabeth – Information Technology and Libraries, 1987
Describes an integrated online library system developed at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) which incorporates a number of database management features that enhance efficiency, for record retrieval and display. Design features related to record storage and retrieval and the design of linked files are described in detail.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Computer Networks, Database Management Systems