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Azubuike, Abraham A.; Umoh, Jackson S. – International Library Review, 1988
Describes the concept of maximum indexing, a system aimed at achieving maximum recall and maximum precision in computerized information retrieval. The indexing strategies used to achieve maximum indexing and the problems that arise are discussed. (9 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Databases, Indexing, Information Retrieval, Online Systems
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Campos, E. M. – International Library Review, 1982
Describes LIBRUNAM, a complete system for the handling, processing, and retrieval of bibliographic information (mainly books), developed by the Direccion General de Bibliotecas of the Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico. (Author)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Databases, Developing Nations, Higher Education
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Meacham, Mary; Carroll, Frances Laverne – International Library Review, 1987
Stresses the role of children's literature in working toward international understanding and the advancement of knowledge, and outlines an international storage and retrieval system for the bibliographic control of children's books, magazines, and audiovisual materials. (CLB)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Childhood Needs, Childrens Literature, Databases
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Tuncer, Nilufer – International Library Review, 1987
Describes the establishment of an online retrieval system in a Turkish documentation center and the problems encountered, including lack of training for personnel; incompatible telecommunications channels; the need to execute searches using English; and unrealistic user expectations. (CLB)
Descriptors: Databases, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Information Centers