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Berman, Sanford – Library Journal, 1971
A Luddite librarian's views on how super-mechanization of libraries may turn off" current and potential users. (MF)
Descriptors: Automation, Library Automation, Library Technical Processes, Psychological Needs
Peer reviewedNielsen, Brian – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 1989
Argues that the fee-or-free issue is far from resolved and discusses factors contributing to the debate. These include the impact of technology on social values, arguments for and against user fees, and the impact of technology on library services. A reconceptualization of information as a gift, rather than a commodity, is presented. (25…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Economic Climate, Information Technology, Library Automation
