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Bruer, J. Michael – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1976
Developments in the field of library resources for 1975 have made it increasingly clear that the larger problems are strongly interrelated and interdependent. (Author)
Descriptors: Federal Aid, Library Acquisition, Library Collections, Library Networks
Martin, Susan K. – Library Journal, 1987
Discusses the pros and cons of library cooperation as exemplified by interlibrary loan and OCLC. Moving away from cooperation toward the more intensive use of local systems is suggested as one alternative for the future. (MES)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Interlibrary Loans, Library Automation, Library Cooperation
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Murr, Lawrence E.; Williams, James B. – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Discusses emerging roles for the library and librarian, including services in the following areas: (1) special collection management and reference; (2) information systems; (3) expert systems; (4) electronic publishing; (5) telecommunications networking; and (6) computer support. The technologies of artificial intelligence, graphic imaging,…
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Information Technology, Librarians, Library Networks
Denenberg, Ray; McCallum, Sally H. – American Libraries, 1984
Describes Linked Systems Project (LSP), which is designed to connect three large bibliographic networks in an "open" manner without changing the systems. "Open systems," standards, advantages of linking systems, interchange of authority data, Library of Congress Name Authority Cooperative Project, record transfer and…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Library Cooperation, Library Networks, Library Technical Processes
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Hopkins, Judith – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1973
The Ohio College Library Center (OCLC) is a regional library network. It provides catalog cards tailored to the requirements of its fifty-three member libraries via an on-line shared cataloging system. (2 references) (Author/RS)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computers, Library Automation, Library Cooperation
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Miller, Elizabeth K. – Special Libraries, 1973
The advantages of network building among small- to medium-sized libraries catering to multi- or interdisciplinary information users are investigated and the practical application of networking being developed by a group of Washington, D.C.-area urban studies libraries (tentatively named RUIN--Regional and Urban Information Network) is discussed.…
Descriptors: Library Cooperation, Library Networks, Library Planning, Library Services
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Biggs, P. T. – International Library Review, 1973
The cultural background of Malta is briefly analyzed as it relates to library service on the island. The library system includes public libraries, university libraries, religious libraries and special libraries. (39 references) (DH)
Descriptors: Archives, Foreign Countries, Libraries, Library Collections
Kilgour, Frederick G. – Datamation, 1970
The Center's director reports on a system that "will be able to catalog and process documents, keep track of their status, do retrieval, and facilitate serials control for member libraries throughout the state." (Editor/LS)
Descriptors: Computers, Equipment Utilization, Library Networks, Library Services
Educational Documentation and Information, 1971
This account of the Centre, prepared by the Secretariat of the Council of Europe, is in three parts: the first, Background, explains its origins and policy framework; the sections headed Operations and Publications respectively describe its functions as a library" and as a publishing house." (Author)
Descriptors: Documentation, Education, Information Dissemination, Information Networks
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International Library Review, 1972
Descriptors: International Programs, Library Associations, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
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Raffel, Jeffrey; Shishko, Robert – Special Libraries, 1972
An application of location theory to the question of centralized versus decentralized library facilities for a university, with relevance for special libraries is presented. The analysis provides models for a single library, for two or more libraries, or for decentralized facilities. (6 references) (Author/NH)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Comparative Analysis, Decentralization, Evaluation
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Schmidt, C. James; Shaffer, Kay – College and Research Libraries, 1971
Extensive statistical data pertaining to the service's first year of operation is presented and analyzed. (JN)
Descriptors: College Libraries, Interlibrary Loans, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
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Gaines, Katharine – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1971
The Ramapo Catskill Library System, Middletown, New York, developed a subject catalog of materials in the central library and the system headquarters. The subject catalog was filmed and placed on standard microfiche, and a set of the microfiche catalog was placed in each of the member libraries. (6 references) (Author/NH)
Descriptors: Catalogs, Decentralization, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
Rohlf, Robert – Amer Libr, 1970
A summary of the financial aspects of library system operation, based on financial data extracted from the Public Library Association's "Public Library Systems in the United States: A Survey of Multijurisdictional Systems. (JB)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Financial Problems, Financial Support, Library Expenditures
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Creech, Heather E. – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Discusses the concept of multitype library networks, noting objectives and advantages for both academic and public libraries. System structure and user threats are noted in relation to informal cooperation and formalization. Twelve references are cited. (EJS)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Cooperation, Library Networks
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