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Bovee, Donna – Optical Information Systems, 1990
Discusses digital imaging technology and examines document database conversion considerations. Two types of document imaging systems are described: (1) a work in process system, and (2) a storage and retrieval system. Conversion methodology is outlined, and a document conversion scenario is presented as a practical guide to conversion. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Databases, Documentation, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Fox, Christopher – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1986
Survey of recent developments in microcomputer technology, mass-storage technology, and telecommunications technology shows how these new technologies are driving the development of a new generation of information systems. Major changes in the information industry precipitated by arrival of new information systems and telecommunication…
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Futures (of Society), Information Science, Information Storage
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Branscomb, Lewis M. – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Discusses discoveries and applications of science that have enabled the computer industry to introduce new technology each year and produce 25 percent more for the customer at constant cost. Potential limits to progress, disc storage technology, programming and end-user interface, and designing for ease of use are considered. Glossary is included.…
Descriptors: Computer Storage Devices, Computers, Electronics Industry, Futures (of Society)
Edwards, Ian C. – Electronic and Optical Publishing Review, 1987
Discusses the user benefits of write-once optical storage devices; describes typical applications in archival storage, one-off complex instruction sets, and information storage and retrieval systems; and identifies current trends toward standardization of equipment. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Archives, Audiodisks, Computer Oriented Programs
Boss, Richard – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1985
This article defines three separate categories of microcomputers--personal, desk-top, multi-user devices--and relates storage capabilities (expandability, floppy disks) to library applications. Highlghts include de facto standards, operating systems, database management systems, applications software, circulation control systems, dumb and…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices, Databases
Friel, Charles M.; And Others – 1980
Designed to help the correctional administrator meet external demands for information, this detailed analysis of the demand information problem identifies the sources of requests for and the nature of the information required from correctional institutions and discusses the kinds of analytic capabilities required to satisfy most demand information…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science, Computer Storage Devices, Computers