Discusses some of the problems in creating bibliographic descriptions for materials published in languages which employ nonroman scripts, analyzes the impact of online catalog systems in overcoming some of these difficulties, and describes some of the computer hardware, particularly terminals, being developed to handle nonroman scripts. (JL)

Examines present and future usage of computer services in libraries, including information storage and retrieval and circulation and inventory control. (MK)

Utilization of the computer to assist library information processing and retrieval is discussed. Problems associated with computer application and discussion of existing information services utilizing computers is included. (JG)

This book is the final report of a two year research project. It offers a thorough discussion of the potentialities and limitations of computers for library application. A general treatment is presented of the whole library as it may be in the future. Emphasis is given to the usefulness of the computer as a device for ease of transmission of…

The administrative problems encountered by librarians and other school media personnel are discussed in this book. Thirty case studies, each representative of a common problem, are presented. The problems range from a librarian's conflict with direct-wide book policy to students caught stealing library materials. The book is based on a nation-wide…

Sixteen papers are presented which focus on microforms and data processing in library and information centers. Articles include discussions of cost analysis, decision making and program planning, library automation, information retrieval, indexing, cataloging, and computer services for libraries. (CH)