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Library Automation Alternatives in 1996 and User Satisfaction Ratings of Library Users by Operating System.

Cibbarelli, Pamela – Computers in Libraries, 1996

Examines library automation product introductions and conversions to new operating systems. Compares user satisfaction ratings of the following library software packages: DOS/Windows, UNIX, Macintosh, and DEC VAX/VMS. Software is rated according to documentation, service/support, training, product reliability, product capabilities, ease of use,…

Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software Evaluation, Information Technology, Library Automation

Library Automation: Today's Successes and Concerns.

Peer reviewed

Cibbarelli, Pamela – Electronic Library, 1999

Discusses the state of library automation and the benefits and dilemmas of available operating systems. Presents an overview of six vendors selling online library systems (Ameritech, Endeavor, Data Research Associates, Sirsi, Innovative Interfaces, and Ex Libris). Provides sales figures based on the "Library Journal" articles published during the…

Descriptors: Automation, Computer System Design, Information Industry, Information Technology