Speeches and tutorials of the ASIS Workshop "Quantifying Quality" are summarized. Topics include quantitative methods for measuring performance; queueing theory in libraries; data base value analysis; performance standards for libraries; use of Statistical Package for the Social Sciences in decision making; designing optimal information access…

Describes the structure, services and role in the development of solar energy of the Solar Energy Information Data Bank. (RAA)

MBIS, an on-line data base which is being developed by the House Information Systems Group, will identify and communicate key federal budget data to Congress and the executive branch, enabling users to take a more responsible look at the budget and providing more meaningful evaluations of agency programs and projects. (Author/MBR)

Two discussion-oriented computerized conferencing systems, developed at GTE Laboratories of specific user groups are described. (MBR)

Provides a map representing automated library networks in North America with a list of their acronyms and abbreviations. (CWM)

Humphrey's personal involvements as educator, communicator, and catalyst in national and international developments in information science are presented. Examples include his support of the scientific and technical information program and trips to Europe and the Soviet Union to promote information science advancement. (MBR)

A study of computerized conferencing and its effects on human communication was conducted via an investigation of EIES and its users. A summary of the research findings is followed by a discussion of the ultimate objectives and potential advantages of experimentation with EIES in this area. (MBR)

Discussion of standards and protocols (set of rules by which two computers or other electronic devices can exchange data for same purpose) highlights history of standards and their interaction with the design and evolution of real computer networks. Topics noted include reference models; conformance, compatibility, and interoperability; and…

The National Science Foundation's interest in the electronic alternative to paper-based communication is delineated through a discussion of its research projects in this area. Results to date, and predictions for future research are included. (MBR)

Computerized conferencing is discussed in terms of its usefulness for communication among those who have not had the opportunity for widespread interactive communication in the past, providing connectedness for those who have been less connected. (Author/MBR)

Discusses the effects of microcomputers on online services and products from the perspectives of the major participants in the online industry--database creators and providers; service or network operators; libraries and information brokers; and end users. Ongoing developments and trends affecting participant groups are reviewed. Three references…

The information needs of developing countries engaged in the process of industrilization are indicated, and some practical suggestions offered for developing a national industrial information center. (MBR)

Computerized conferencing is defined, its advantages and disadvantages summarized, and its usefulness in project and crisis management reviewed. (MBR)

Discusses intention of United States to withdraw from membership in United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) at end of calendar year 1984. UNESCO's book development and copyright activities, creation of international information systems and databases, UNESCO budget and management practices, and growing…

Remarks regarding the current programs of information flow within the EOP, which include the creation of the White House Information Center, are prefaced by historical perspectives. (Author/MBR)