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Harzbecker, Joseph, Jr. – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1993
Describes the National Institute of Health's GenBank DNA sequence database and how it can be accessed through the Internet. A real reference question, which was answered successfully using the database, is reproduced to illustrate and elaborate on the potential of the Internet for information retrieval. (10 references) (KRN)
Descriptors: Databases, Genetics, Internet, Online Searching
Ali, S. Nazim – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1988
Description of the use of CD-ROM as an alternative to online searching at the University of Bahrain discusses hardware selection, database selection, CD-ROM operation, and implications for libraries in developing countries. (six references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Databases, Developing Nations, Higher Education
Roberts, G. Louis; Kenney, Carol E. – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1991
Describes the development and implementation of a full-text image retrieval system at the Boeing Commercial Airplane Group. The conversion of card formats to a microcomputer-based system using HyperCard is described; the online system architecture is explained; and future plans are discussed, including conversion to digital images. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Full Text Databases, Futures (of Society), Hypermedia
Wang, Jianqun; Reid, Edna O. F. – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1996
Discusses basic concepts and technologies related to World Wide Web information system development. Describes the design and implementation of Virtual Travel Mart, a Web-based end- user oriented information system. Emphasizes design considerations, which focus on user needs; creativity; integration of in-house databases on the Internet; currency;…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Creativity, Databases, Design Requirements
