Functional definitions of all work performed by the University of California (UC) libraries is presented. The work of the total system has been divided into 21 major functional areas called subsystems and these have been further subdivided into 71 more specific functional segments called modules. Existing organizational structure of the UC…

A mathematical definition of an information network is constructed with the purpose of developing a theory useful in answering practical questions concerning information transfer. An information network includes: (1) users, (2) information resources, (3) information centers, and (4) the total information transfer structure linking (1), (2), and…

A strictly hierarchical message transfer scheme requires that a message follow a specified referral path unless finally it is either rejected or filled at any one of the information centers of the network. Thus at each node in the network three decisions can be made: satisfy, reject or refer the message to the succeeding node in the hierarchy.…

Emerging technologies and networking are currently forcing major system changes. The strong trend toward networking and resource sharing among libraries is making the need for standardization more apparent than ever. (Author)

Relates the lack of diversity in television programing to the drive for profit maximization on the part of the networks, which supresses creativity and encourages conformity to proven success. (JMF)

Economic analysis indicates that divesting networks from owned stations, while not solving all the basic criticisms involving lack of diversity in programing, would allow for more competition in the major television markets, and remove one of the barriers to the entrance of new independent programing. (JMF)

This paper discusses network sharing of resources for on-line data base searching. Uses of on-line searching, equipment, personnel, search strategy development requirements, costs, and advantages of such services are also considered. (Author/KP)

The author defines a network, discusses its relevance, and lists its characteristics. He then presents an appraisal of participatory research, its history, origin, and an attempt to outline directions for its future. (JOW)

Discusses the Mitre Corporation's implementation of OCLC's LS/2000 integrated library system using a local area network (LAN). LAN issues--requirements, equipment, reliability, growth, security, and traffic--are covered in general and as they relate to Mitre. Installation of the LAN/system interface and benefits and drawbacks of using a LAN for…

Summarizes the Library of Congress' Network Advisory Committee's stance on library networking and shared library resources. (CLB)

Proposes the use of social network inventories to lead to problem resolution and ongoing support for clients after formal interventions have terminated. (Author/BH)

Since a university is an information processing organization, higher education is one of the first societal segments to be affected by the rapid expansion of the information age. Two experts in local area networks (LAN) describe what is needed to make a LAN work in a major university setting. (JN)

Describes 48 journals and services of significant value for maintaining current awareness of trends and developments in telecommunications under following headings: Telecommunications Policy, General Telecommunications Industry and Market Information, International Communications, Law and Legislation, Bibliographies, Data Communications,…

"Learning Link," a computer network in New Haven, Connecticut, connects three elementary schools with a focus on student-to-student learning via computer communications. At least two schools will be linked with schools in two other towns during the second year of the program. (MLF)

A brief description of the collections and organization of the library. (PF)