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Kochtanek, Thomas R.; And Others – Library Software Review, 1988
Six brief papers on expert systems for libraries cover (1) a knowledge-based approach to database design; (2) getting started in expert systems; (3) using public domain software to develop a business reference system; (4) a music cataloging inquiry system; (5) linguistic analysis of reference transactions; and (6) a model of a reference librarian.…
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Cataloging, Computer Software, Database Design
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Johnson, Millard F., Jr. – Library Software Review, 1987
Suggests a model for using a spreadsheet to allocate academic library salary increases. Seven variables are incorporated in the model: (1) experience; (2) difficulty of the job; (3) initiative; (4) cost of living; (5) inflation; (6) equity; and (7) merit. One reference is listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Higher Education, Library Administration
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Main, Linda – Library Software Review, 1987
Describes the emphasis of decision support systems as being on the decision making process itself, rather than the flow of information; reviews the uses of microcomputers in libraries in recent years; and compares five decision modeling software packages. An appendix lists the name, manufacturer's address, price, and hardware requirements of each…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Decision Making
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Duszak, Zbigniew; Koczkodaj, Waldemar W. – Library Software Review, 1994
Discussion of CD-ROM evaluation and selection processes focuses on a pairwise comparison method for knowledge acquisition with a consistency measure as a validation technique. Highlights include human experts' preferences and judgments; a CD-ROM selection model, including format, contents, usage, and technical considerations; and consistency…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Comparative Analysis, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education
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Perry-Holmes, Claudia – Library Software Review, 1985
Describes the use of electronic spreadsheet software for library decision support systems using personal computers. Discussion covers templates, formulas for allocating the materials budget, LOTUS 1-2-3 and budget allocations, choosing a formula, the spreadsheet itself, graphing capabilities, and advantages and disadvantages of templates. Six…
Descriptors: Budgets, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Decision Making
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Micco, Mary; Smith, Irma – Library Software Review, 1987
Proposes a framework for the design of a full function workstation for information retrieval based on study of information seeking behavior. A large amount of local storage of the CD-ROM jukebox variety and full networking capability to both local and external databases are identified as requirements of the prototype. (MES)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Dissemination
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Cox, Bruce B. – Library Software Review, 1987
Discusses the context within which office automation takes place by using the models of the Science of Creative Intelligence and Transcendental Meditation. Organizational structures are compared to the phenomenon of the "collective consciousness" and the development of automated information systems from manual methods of organizational…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Database Management Systems, History, Information Scientists
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Micco, Mary; And Others – Library Software Review, 1987
Provides an interim report on a project whose goal is to provide subject access to the knowledge of mankind at least as well as the skilled reference librarian. Classification and concept formation are discussed in terms of four modules: diagnostics of information-seeking behavior, network interface, subject access, and graphic interface. (EM)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Cognitive Structures, Computer Graphics, Concept Formation