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Peer reviewedDodson, Carolyn – Special Libraries, 1987
Describes compact disk technology in general and possible library applications, including cataloging, online bibliographic searching, and full text searching, and compares the purchase of optical disk packages to traditional online services. Guidelines are provided for evaluating optical disks which focus on the size of the database, updating…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Storage Devices, Cost Effectiveness, Databases
Peer reviewedPerez, Ernest – Library Software Review, 1997
Examines the practical realities of upgrading Intel personal computers in libraries, considering budgets and technical personnel availability. Highlights include adding RAM; putting in faster processor chips, including clock multipliers; new hard disks; CD-ROM speed; motherboards and interface cards; cost limits and economic factors; and…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Peripherals, Computer Selection, Computer Storage Devices
