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Peer reviewedDraffan, E. A. B.; Corbett, Robbie – Electronic Library, 2001
Discusses the development and implementation of the United Kingdom's National Internet Accessibility Database (NIAD), how the design of the database was based on ease of use by both its target audience in higher education and those working on the database, and the approaches taken to ensure the successful implementation of the NIAD. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Database Design, Databases, Foreign Countries, Higher Education
Peer reviewedGriffin, Stephen M. – Electronic Library, 1998
This interview with Stephen M. Griffin, program manager of the Digital Libraries Initiative at the National Science Foundation, discusses the terms "electronic library,""digital library," and "library of the future"; electronic access and intellectual access; implementation and social effects of digital libraries; the…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Concept Formation, Electronic Libraries, Organizational Change
Peer reviewedPistorius, J. M.; Smith, J. W. – Electronic Library, 1985
Describes development and implementation of microcomputer system for request handling, recordkeeping, and invoicing at the Centre for Scientific and Technical Information (CSTI) Document Delivery Service of the South African Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. Unforeseen advantages of the system are reviewed, including electronic…
Descriptors: Automation, Computer Software, Foreign Countries, Information Networks
Peer reviewedNash, Sarah Hendrickson – Electronic Library, 1983
Relates experiences in selecting and implementing a word processor in Technical Information Services Office of Institute for Defense Analyses. Highlights include needs assessment; selecting the system (system functions, vendor reputation); recommendation and justification; implementation plan (training, developing procedures, catalog cards,…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Electronic Equipment, Library Automation, Needs Assessment
Peer reviewedDewey, Patrick R. – Electronic Library, 1986
Discussion of public access microcomputer service areas in public libraries covers walk-in access, software/hardware circulation, online call-in services, and special programs. Principles for successful public access programs are also discussed, including hardware/software selection. Problems relating to equipment breakdown, diskette storage, and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Decision Making, Information Sources, Library Circulation
Peer reviewedLeggate, Peter; Dyer, Hilary – Electronic Library, 1985
This first in a series of six articles introducing microcomputer applications in smaller libraries discusses microcomputer components (hardware, operating systems, applications software); microcomputer history; current hardware; library applications; performance criteria; factors influencing performance; integrated systems; information retrieval;…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Costs, Evaluation Criteria, History
Peer reviewedMyhill, Martin – Electronic Library, 1998
Describes the University of Exeter (UK), Mondex, and NatWest UK smartcard-based campus card system project. Smartcards, wallet-sized plastic cards with microprocessors, interface with network terminal devices and are programmable as data, identity, and finance cards. International standard multiple operating system (MULTOS) increases current…
Descriptors: Business, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Cooperation
