This discussion of microcomputers notes applications in libraries; the impact of microcomputers in the home, library, or office; and ways to combat static electricity in the work area. (EJS)

Documentation of author's personal experience in the purchasing of a microcomputer discusses background learning, the purchase decision, needs assessment, computer literacy, general information on microcomputers, the situation assessment, and the final check. (EJS)

Review of text processing software for microcomputers covers data entry, text editing, document formatting, and spelling and proofreading programs including "Wordstar,""PeachText,""PerfectWriter,""Select," and "The Word Plus.""The Whole Earth Software Catalog" and a new terminal to be…

Discussion of the use of microcomputers in a cooperative public library system notes library management applications in areas of clerical work, word processing, book ordering, inventories, special collection catalogs, mailing lists, and a union list of serials. (EJS)

This annual review article examines the progress made and pitfalls encountered by the automated library system marketplace during calendar year 1984. Total marketplace activity is represented by events that occurred in four segments: turnkey systems, library-developed software, software designed to run on microcomputers, and production of…

Describes program to promote computer literacy for adults by establishing microcomputer learning centers in 11 libraries of the rural service area of the Southern Adirondack Library System. Hardware and software, project design, volunteer contribution, adult learner response, librarian learners, and state and federal aid are highlighted. Eight…

Examines the automated library system marketplace from three perspectives: the turnkey system (vendor provides complete package--hardware, software, installation, training assistance--to meet needs surrounding particular library function), systems developed by one library which may be transferred to another, and the library microcomputer. Vendor…

This special supplement to "Library Journal" and "School Library Journal" includes articles on technological dependency, promise of computers for reluctant readers, copyright and database downloading, access to neighborhood of Mister Rogers, library acquisitions, circulating personal computers, "microcomputeritis,"…