This discussion of the contributions of Henriette D. Avram to the field of librarianship covers her role in establishing MARC formats as the international standard for library automation and her work in the retrospective conversion of catalogs, establishment of library standards, and creation of information networks. An interview with Dr. Avram is…

Reports the results of a survey of OCLC member libraries that queried their ownership and use of microcomputers, CD-ROMs, and FAX machines. The findings discussed include general uses of microcomputers, the top 10 CD-ROM products, brands of CD-ROM drives used, patron access to CD-ROM, future purchase plans for CD-ROM products, and ownership of FAX…

Four papers discuss LANs (local area networks) and library applications: (1) "Institute for Electrical and Electronic Engineers Standards..." (Charles D. Brown); (2) "Facilities Planning for LANs..." (Gail Persky); (3) "Growing up with the Alumni Library: LAN..." (Russell Buchanan); and (4) "Implementing a LAN...at the Health Sciences Library"…

Describes an automated library network system designed by the Colorado Alliance of Research Libraries that offers traditional serials control functions and access to the actual article content of journals. The design of the database and plans for a document delivery system are discussed. (CLB)

Although traditional secretarial skills are still necessary, new skills and knowledge must be added to the curriculum to accommodate the changes that the computer age has brought to the high-tech environment. (JOW)

Describes Microlif (Microcomputer Library Interchange Format), a standard data interchange format for bibliographic information on microcomputers. Discussion includes reasons for Microlif development, differences from full MARC format, and development of the new USMARC (Microlif protocol). Members of the Microlif community are listed, and the…

Discusses the integration of electronic ordering and document delivery and its implications for academic libraries. Reasons why libraries are developing such services are considered, including economics, service, and the growth of electronic publishing; and components are described, including electronic finding and ordering, electronic delivery,…

This issue provides information on products and services for libraries from companies in North America, including a directory of products and services; a directory of suppliers; a shop-at-home supplier locator, organized by state or region; and a manufacturer's catalog and product showcase of paid advertisements. (LRW)

Discusses the impact of computers in the home, the school, and the workplace. Looks at changes in computer use by occupations and by industry. Provides information on new job titles in computer occupations. (JOW)

Describes full-text document delivery services that have been introduced in conjunction with available databases in response to economic and technological changes affecting libraries: (1) CARL System's UnCover database and UnCover2 service; (2) Research Libraries Group's CitaDel delivery service; and (3) Faxon Research Service's Faxon Finder and…

Describes a proposed Multimedia On-Demand (MMOD) system architecture that will support MMOD network services and will have the ability to solve presentation synchronization problems caused by either transmission line delay or any mismatch between the data transmission rates or the different parts of the system. (Contains nine references.)…

Examines the implications for the Brazilian labor force of automation and flexible organizational techniques. Focuses on employment levels, changing skills profiles, and the capacity to meet new requirements. Identifies central characteristics of the new knowledge base required of workers and the implications for training. (JOW)

A study investigated the impact of computerization on administrative support positions through a survey of 529 university-educated individuals (166 responses). Results indicate that the majority did not experience the alienating influence of the computer and were enthusiastic about its integration into their work lives. (JOW)

The paper discusses computer-based decision support in the following areas: the dental patient record system; diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the oral mucosa; treatment strategy in complex clinical situations; diagnosis and treatment of functional disturbances of the masticatory system; and patient recall. (DB)

Identifies four microcomputer-based software packages for scheduling and evaluates their usefulness for scheduling employees in a library setting. Evaluation criteria are applied to (1) Schedule Master, from Schedule Master Corporation; (2) Schedule Plus, from Cyclesoft, Inc.; (3) Who Works When, from Newport Systems; and (4) Working Hours, from…