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Kuhn, Allan D.; Cotter, Gladys A. – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1988
Describes the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Gateway Information System, which provides communications capabilities and access to online databases for DoD microcomputer end-users. Functions, structure, development, and artificial intelligence applications of the system are discussed. (11 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Man Machine Systems, Microcomputers
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
