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Deacon, Jim – CMC News, 1983
THE FOLLOWING IS THE FULL TEXT OF THIS DOCUMENT: Today there are over 900 on-line data banks available for public access. Most microcomputers can use them through the aid of a modem and communication program. Major public information utilities that offer access to these on-line data bases are growing and expanding. The Source, a data base utility…
Descriptors: Costs, Databases, Information Retrieval, Library Services

Dent, Valeda Frances – Research Strategies, 2000
Describes the Interactive Reference Assistance project developed at the University of Michigan to provide remote reference service for students in campus residence halls through the use of specialized software, desktop computers, and desktop cameras that allowed video and audio links directly to library reference staff. (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Higher Education, Library Services
Jaffe, Lee; And Others – 1984
This task force report on current and anticipated needs relating to the use of microcomputers in libraries on the University of California, Berkeley, campus is intended to serve as a fundamental document, the basis for future discussion, planning, and development. The task force divided into two groups to consider the issues of staff use of…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Automation, Library Services
Tenopir, Carol – Library Journal, 1983
Issues having a possible impact on online search services in libraries are discussed including full text databases, front-end processors which translate user's input into the command language of an appropriate system, downloading to create personal files from commercial databases, and pricing. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Costs, Databases, Information Retrieval

Ojala, Marydee – Special Libraries, 1985
This essay addresses the trend in online searching toward increased end user access of online systems. Highlights include recent developments in end user searching (raw materials, marketing, recognition); appropriate end user searches; psychology of end user searching; the role of the librarians; library policies; and change. Four sources are…
Descriptors: Change, Librarians, Library Policy, Library Services

Ensor, Pat; Curtis, Richard A. – RQ, 1984
Description of use of Search Helper--a newly developed, user-friendly software package designed to enable a microcomputer to be used in searching Information Access Company databases on Dialog bibliographic retrieval service--at California State University--Long Beach (CSULB). Highlights six databases available, necessary hardware, and reference…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Databases, Higher Education, Information Retrieval

Bolin, Robert L. – Reference Librarian, 1994
Reviews the use of CD-ROM technology in libraries. Topics addressed include personal computers and CD-ROM; possible futures of CD-ROM technology; the organization of CD-ROMs; workstations; help for users; remote access; delivery systems; and providing reference services to CD-ROM users. (Contains nine references.) (LRW)
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Library Automation, Library Services, Microcomputers

Hopson, Jean B.; Yeung, Jimmy T. – Electronic Library, 1989
Describes the design and operation of a system that resulted from a project undertaken by a small specialized library to provide self-help for patrons seeking reference assistance. The areas of information available on the system are described, including standard reference titles, library holdings and services, reserve readings, and placement…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Databases, Higher Education, Library Services
Starr, Karen J. – The Laserdisk Professional, 1988
Discussion of development and management of a CD-ROM workstation for library reference services covers: (1) IBM compatibles; (2) computer storage capacity; (3) compact disk drives and printers; (4) file management; (5) protecting the integrity of a hard disk; and (6) backing up software. (three references) (MES)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software, Guidelines, Library Automation
McLaughlin, Pamela, Comp. – 1985
The 15 articles on end-users and online searching that are annotated in this bibliography were published during 1984 and 1985 and cited in Current Index to Journals in Education (CIJE) and Resources in Education (RIE). The documents and articles cover a variety of issues and perspectives including: criteria for implementation of end-user online…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Annotated Bibliographies, Databases, Higher Education

Bivins, Kathleen T.; Eriksson, Lennart – Information Processing and Management, 1982
Describes Reflink, a system based on sophisticated information retrieval techniques which is housed in a small microcomputer, and its predecessor, Reference Librarian Enhancement System (REFLES). The systems are placed in a conceptual framework involving stable and dynamic information, and several illustrations of multiple uses are presented. Four…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Information Retrieval, Information Systems

Ensor, Pat – RQ, 1982
Briefly looks at the present use of computers in library reference service for bibliographic database searching, then surveys the future as indicated by recent developments and ongoing research. Cooperative online reference, local databases, and increasing ease of online information retrieval are discussed. Included are 40 references. (Author/JL)
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Databases, Fees, Information Retrieval

Cornick, Donna; Owen, Willy – RQ, 1988
Presents a model that can accommodate staff preferences when determining a reference desk schedule using a microcomputer, the Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet software, and the linear programing software LP83. (eight references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Higher Education, Library Administration

Sheridan, Jean – Catholic Library World, 1986
Describes the introduction of an online searching service at the Phillips Memorial Library, Providence College (Rhode Island). Highlights include the acquisition of a microcomputer, vendor choice, cost considerations, setting up the workstation and establishing procedures, search sessions, and benefits to all elements of college community. Twelve…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Higher Education, Library Administration, Library Automation
Dewey, Patrick R.; Garber, Marvin – Online, 1983
Discusses use of microcomputer at Chicago Public Library to generate a "subject guide" wall chart of 549 frequently requested subjects with corresponding Library of Congress and Dewey classification numbers. Background of the project, computer software used, field testing, cost, and errors are noted. A copy of the chart is appended. (EJS)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Charts, Computer Programs, Databases