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Stark, Ted – Public Libraries, 1992
Describes Microlif (Microcomputer Library Interchange Format), a standard data interchange format for bibliographic information on microcomputers. Discussion includes reasons for Microlif development, differences from full MARC format, and development of the new USMARC (Microlif protocol). Members of the Microlif community are listed, and the…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Records, Integrated Library Systems, Library Automation, Library Standards
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Tusa, Bobs M. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1993
This second article on standardization in the application of computerized automation to materials in special collections libraries focuses on map collections and archives. Highlights include the use of bibliographic utilities; MARC formats; the use of microcomputers; databases; and examples from North America and Western Europe. (Contains 18…
Descriptors: Archives, Bibliographic Records, Bibliographic Utilities, Cataloging
Boss, Richard – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1984
Report on developments in the retrospective conversion of manual library files to machine-readable form discusses planning and decision making; accommodating full records; conforming to standards; creating bibliographic records; sources of retrospective conversion support (bibliographic utilities, stand-alone systems); use of microcomputers;…
Descriptors: Cost Estimates, Databases, Information Networks, Library Automation
Murphy, Catherine – School Library Journal, 1988
Discusses areas to be considered in planning for an automated system for a school library including standards; networking; hardware; cost; order of conversion; retrospective conversion; non-print bibliographic records; vendor reputation; integration with school management software; and subject access. Microcomputer integrated systems,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria, Learning Resources Centers
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Muir, Scott P. – Library Software Review, 1991
Describes problems encountered by the staff of the Georgia Power Company Library when they planned for the automation of their catalog. Topics discussed include developing software inhouse versus using commercial software packages; authority control and problems with standardization and subject access; changing from a mainframe to a microcomputer;…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Cataloging, Computer Software, Computer Software Development
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Swan, John; And Others – Reference Librarian, 1992
Three articles discuss the issue of the mediator's role in the library of the electronic age. Topics addressed include computer-assisted instruction; online catalogs; computer networks; professional identity; reference service and bibliographic instruction; CD-ROMs; online systems; personal home microcomputers; Internet and list servers;…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Electronic Libraries, Librarians