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Mason, Marilyn Gell – Journal of Library Administration, 1998
Describes developments in Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) electronic reference services. Presents a background on networked cataloging and the initial implementation of reference services by OCLC. Discusses the introduction of OCLC FirstSearch service, which today offers access to over 65 databases, future developments in integrated…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Development, Electronic Publishing
National Library of Australia, Canberra. – 1978
This paper reprints the Australian report to UNISIST, the World Science Information System, whose objective is the development of national, regional, and international scientific, technological, industrial, and agricultural information policies, infrastructures, and services. It represents a full statement of the National Library's services and…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Agriculture, Development, Financial Support
Preston, Cecilia M. – Searcher, 1999
Describes new developments, such as Internet 2 and the Next Generation Internet (NGI) initiative, as well as other potential advances in high-performance applications that these new electronic resources will create. Relates these developments to the evolution of the Internet, and looks ahead to their likely impact beyond the higher education and…
Descriptors: Change, Development, Futures (of Society), Information Dissemination