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Peer reviewedBruandet, Marie-France – Information Processing and Management, 1989
Outlines an approach to the automatic construction of a knowledge base resulting in a system that is able in each phase of its construction to acquire domain knowledge from all new information that it is building, particularly index terms. Topics covered include production rules, the use of semantic networks, and user interfaces. (32 references)…
Descriptors: Automatic Indexing, Classification, Expert Systems, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedHearty, John A.; And Others – Information Services and Use, 1988
The impact of emerging information technologies on the information industry is discussed in four papers. Topics covered include electronic delivery of full text primary literature; a brief evaluation of new information processing technologies and software; networking technologies; and the use of gateway technologies to create new products and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Expert Systems, Full Text Databases, Gateway Systems
Peer reviewedDetemple, Wendelin – Online Review, 1989
Discusses expected future developments in full text databases (FTDs) in three main areas: host-based menu-driven systems; menu and front end interfaces on gateway and mailbox services; and microcomputer or front end computer-based systems which already have good retrieval interactions and input output processing features. (24 references)…
Descriptors: Electronic Mail, Expert Systems, Full Text Databases, Futures (of Society)
Shuman, Bruce A. – 1989
After surveying the history and current status of online database searching, this report offers a timeline describing four stages of possible developments for online systems. In the first stage, an expert interface assists CD-ROM-based searching by offering advice about search strategies. Advantages are that search logic can be refined with the…
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Cybernetics, Expert Systems, Futures (of Society)
Peer reviewedQuinn, Kenneth – Reference Services Review, 1990
Briefly describes available expert system shells and identifies evaluation criteria relevant to the use of a shell by libraries. Areas discussed include ease of use by system developers and end users, detachability of finished systems, and costs. A glossary is provided. (10 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Check Lists, Computer Software, Costs
Horn, Richard – Data Training, 1986
Discussion of knowledge-based technology highlights the ability of knowledge systems to integrate training and support for computer users in business offices. This type of expert system would use a common-knowledge base for computer-based training, online documentation, print documentation, and help systems for both experienced and novice users.…
Descriptors: Business Administration, Computer Assisted Instruction, Data Processing, Databases
Horn, Richard – Data Training, 1987
Presents guidelines for creating a plan for a knowledge system that integrates training, documentation, and support activities for computer-using personnel in a business setting. Benefits of the system are described, including increased user productivity. (LRW)
Descriptors: Business Administration, Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Data Processing
