Discussion of problems of interlibrary loan services highlights high prices, confusing terminology, poor invoicing practices, and restrictions on lending. Two tables show charges for lending/photocopying and number of items loaned in selected private and public university libraries in 1974/75 and 1983/84. Twenty-six references are listed.…

Compares pricing of seven CD-ROM-based public access catalog systems for libraries of diverse sizes and groupings. Other features of the systems are outlined in the broad areas of database preparation, indexing, database updates, hardware, information retrieval, library controlled elements, interlibrary loan, reports, user support, future…

BiblioFile Intelligent Catalog is a CD-ROM-based public access catalog system which incorporates graphics and sound to provide a multisensory interface and artificial intelligence techniques to increase search precision. The system can be updated frequently and inexpensively by linking hard disk drives to CD-ROM optical drives. (MES)

This extensive annotated bibliography of publications on library materials preservation lists conference proceedings, program reports, and articles on a broad spectrum of topics including: (1) standards; (2) selection for preservation; (3) commercial library binding; (4) conservation treatments; (5) reformatting; (6) research; (7) emergencies; (8)…

Analyzes and characterizes issues and trends in library and information science research published in 91 English-language journals in 1984. Data presented in tables include: (1) broad subject areas; (2) subdivisions of applied subject category; (3) library types; (4) research methods; and (5) research method percentages for given years. (MES)

With the advent of the microcomputer, end users need personal information systems that work both at the office and at home and in the external world. The librarian's role could extend from being an information service provider to being a professional counselor on personal information management. (41 references) (MES)

Presents a format for an organized research procedure. Three information source sheets for keeping track of research materials--encyclopedias, books, and other sources such as periodicals, newspapers, and interviews--progress to greater levels of detail and are designed for use by grade 2, grades 3-6, and grade 8. (MES)

Provides background on ERIC and describes how to search the compact disc version of the ERIC database using SilverPlatter. (MES)

This comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of microfilm and optical disc as archival storage mediums discusses recent investigations of their longevity, accessibility of stored information, and costs. It is concluded that microfilm is the most practical and longest-lasting conversion medium, although optical disc may provide quicker…

Discusses the benefits and disadvantages for library uses of stand-alone and integrated computer systems, multi-user and single-user systems, local area networks versus shared logic systems, and the Macintosh Library System which combines features of both. (EM)

Evaluates the database program SAVVY PC and describes its use in a public library reference department to index a local newspaper. The basic structure of SAVVY and FORTH, the language it's written in, are explained along with how the database is used. Advantages and disadvantages of the system are discussed. (EM)

This review of current applications and future possibilities of optical disk technology in law libraries covers the basics of what optical disks are and their advantages and disadvantages in terms of storage capacity, durability, speed, cost, and information retrieval. A sampling of commercial products is provided. (Author/EM)

Three separate articles present advantages and disadvantages of microcomputer use in libraries and some guidelines for determining whether their use is appropriate. Highlights include potential of microcomputers for improving existing situations; merits of automation; health hazards posed by microcomputers; man-machine interface difficulties;…

This article discusses the types of preservation projects the National Endowment for the Humanities' Office of Preservation expects to support, the cost of these projects, and some strategies for accomplishing them. Projects conducted by Research Libraries Group, Association of Research Libraries, and Council on Library Resources are highlighted.…

Addresses issue of viability of the American Library Association (ALA) as a quasi-union. Discussion covers concerns raised over whether ALA should become collective bargaining agent for librarians, experiences of three professional organizations that became quasi-unions, and impact of ALA's decision not to accept role on its professional stature.…