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Lucas, Thomas A. – College and Research Libraries, 1993
Describes a transaction log analysis of the New York Public Library research libraries' OPAC (online public access catalog). Much of the remote searching occurred when the libraries were closed and was more evenly distributed than internal searching, demonstrating that remote searching could expand access and reduce peak system loads. (Contains…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Information Management, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
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Campbell, Bonnie – Library Hi Tech, 1984
InfoQUEST is a microcomputer-based online public access catalog, designed for the small library handling file sizes up to 25,000 records. Based on the IBM-PC, or compatible machines, the system will accept downloading, in batch mode, of records from the library's file on the UTLAS Catalog Support System. (Author/EJS)
Descriptors: Databases, Display Systems, Information Retrieval, Information Systems
Gorman, Michael – Drexel Library Quarterly, 1984
Discusses ability of small computers to hold interface programs, to retrieve data from central source, to manipulate and present that data, and to engage in dialog with system user. An example of a feasible dialog between user and system which mediates and translates user's data into machine terms is highlighted. (EJS)
Descriptors: Information Systems, Library Automation, Library Catalogs, Man Machine Systems
Buckel, William L. – Library Journal, 1986
Explains rationale behind proposed voluntary U.S. standard computerized library catalog called the "Uniform Catalog." Design goals (should mimic manual card catalog, offer simplicity of operation and low overhead, permit modular growth to more advanced catalog), sample search, and nine commands and functions used by "Uniform…
Descriptors: Databases, Display Systems, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
Cochrane, Pauline A.; Arret, Linda – Online, 1985
Discussion of Library of Congress's efforts to meet challenge of designing and improving its online catalog system LOCIS (consists of SCORPIO and MUMS systems) includes sample searches and results of user surveys (access points in online catalog searches and response to input search statements resulting in no retrievals). (5 references) (EJS)
Descriptors: Databases, Display Systems, Information Systems, Library Automation
Nielson, Brian; And Others – 1985
This report describes efforts by three academic libraries to develop a model instructional program for online catalog users that could be adopted in other academic libraries. A key component of the research included the exploration and development of a methodology for utilizing online transaction logs to evaluate user performance. The four project…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Instructional Development, Library Automation
Kranich, Nancy C.; And Others – 1984
With grants from the Council on Library Resources (CLR) and the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), New York University (NYU) Libraries conducted a study to assess user reactions to their online catalog, Bobcat (Bobst Library Computerized Catalog). In order to evaluate the effectiveness of NYU's catalog, to describe users' attitudes toward…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
Saffady, William – Computer Equipment Review, 1985
Presents detailed reports on four multifunctional library systems which utilize a single bibliographic database and common software to support cataloging, circulation control, and related operations: two turnkey systems--the Automated Library Information System and LS/2000 System--and two software packages--Dortmund and Lewen Library Systems and…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Software, Computers, Costs
Stephens, Kent – American Libraries, 1986
A laserdisc periodical index (InfoTrac) that offers relatively sophisticated search capabilities without librarian assistance or user training is now popular college library research tool. The index database consists of more than half million references to articles and reviews published since 1982 in 1,000 general interest, business, and technical…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Databases, Display Systems, Higher Education
Smith, Nancy H. G. – Book Report, 1992
Describes an inservice teacher training program developed to teach secondary school teachers how to search CD-ROMs, laser disks, and automated catalogs. Training sessions held during faculty meetings are described, computer activities are explained, a sample worksheet for searching an electronic encyclopedia is included, and sources for CD-ROMs…
Descriptors: Databases, Inservice Teacher Education, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
Walton, Robert A. – 1985
The availability of appropriate software for library applications is a continuing problem, and this directory is designed to reduce the frustration of librarians in their search for library software for a microcomputer by providing profiles of software packages designed specifically for libraries. Each profile describes the purpose of the program,…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Cataloging, Computer Software, Databases
Kranich, Nancy C.; And Others – 1984
New York University (NYU) Libraries received a 1-year grant from the Association of Research Libraries to study users' responses to its recently installed Geac online catalog, Bobcat (Bobst Library Computerized Catalog). The survey instrument, developed for Council on Library Resources (CLR)-funded national study of responses to public access…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
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Sandler, Mark – RQ, 1985
Discusses several concerns about nature of online public access catalogs (OPAC) that have particular import to reference librarians: user passivity and loss of control growing out of "human-machine interface" and the larger social context; and the tendency of computerized bibliographic systems to obfuscate human origins of library…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Display Systems, Higher Education, Information Systems
Davis, H. Scott; Ensor, Patricia L. – College and Research Libraries News, 1991
Describes the development at Indiana State University of a SuperCatalog, a computerized library catalog that provides access to both library holdings and locally loaded commercial databases, including ERIC and Wilson indexes. Software is discussed; the impact on staff, users, interlibrary loan, and library instruction is examined; and future…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Software, Databases, Futures (of Society)
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Layman, Mary – Reference Services Review, 1991
Describes library services that are offered at the San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC), which is located at the University of California at San Diego. Topics discussed include the user population; online searching; microcomputer use; electronic networks; current awareness programs; library catalogs; and the slide collection. A sidebar outlines…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Interlibrary Loans, Library Automation, Library Catalogs
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