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Kelley, Betty H. – Library Journal, 1979
Describes the local, in-house designed, automated, on-line circulation system which has been in operation at the public library in Farmers Branch, Texas, since October 1, 1975. The relatively inexpensive system is linked to the IBM System 3 Model 10 in the city data processing department. (JVP)
Descriptors: Costs, Library Automation, Library Circulation, Library Technical Processes
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Drew, Wilfred, Jr. – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 2003
Discusses the use of wireless technology in academic libraries. Topics include wireless networks; standards (IEEE 802.11); wired versus wireless; why libraries implement wireless technology; wireless local area networks (WLANs); WLAN security; examples of wireless use at Indiana State University and Morrisville College (New York); and useful…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Automation, Local Area Networks
Hart, Amy – Library Media Connection, 2003
Discussion of collection analysis in school libraries focuses on the kinds of data used and how to use library automation software to collect the data. Describes the use of Microsoft Excel and its chart-making capabilities to enhance the presentation of the analysis and suggests ways to use collection analysis output. (LRW)
Descriptors: Charts, Computer Software, Data Analysis, Library Automation
Welsch, Erwin K. – Computers in Libraries, 1990
Summarizes opinions of scholars in various disciplines on workstation history, definition, and functions. Networks and configurations for library workstations, including hardware and software recommendations, are described. The impact of workstations on the workplace resulting in task, process, and institutional transformation, is also considered.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Computer System Design, Higher Education
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Cardman, Elizabeth R. – Research Strategies, 1990
Argues that the gender gap in computer use may place female library users at a disadvantage, and discusses the implications of the gap for bibliographic instruction. Topics addressed include the extent of the gap, reasons for it, psychosocial factors involved in it, factors encouraging it, analyzing it in libraries, and bridging it. (44…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Literacy, Females, Higher Education
Rather, Lucia J.; Wiggins, Beacher – American Libraries, 1989
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…
Descriptors: Information Networks, Library Automation, Library Standards, Library Technical Processes
Herther, Nancy K., Ed. – Laserdisk Professional, 1990
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…
Descriptors: Facsimile Transmission, Library Automation, Library Equipment, Library Surveys
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Nasatir, Marilyn; And Others – Information Technology and Libraries, 1990
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"…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Library Automation, Local Area Networks
Pitkin, Gary M. – American Libraries, 1988
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)
Descriptors: Library Automation, Library Networks, Online Catalogs, Online Searching
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Stark, Ted – Public Libraries, 1992
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…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Records, Integrated Library Systems, Library Automation, Library Standards
Ulmschneider, John – EDUCOM Review, 1992
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,…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Electronic Publishing, Higher Education, Library Automation
Library Journal, 1992
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)
Descriptors: Advertising, Geographic Regions, Libraries, Library Automation
Chen, Ching-chih – Microcomputers for Information Management, 1992
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…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Databases, Library Automation, Library Collection Development
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Carlson, David H.; Prior, Barbara – Library Software Review, 1991
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…
Descriptors: Computer Software Evaluation, Evaluation Criteria, Library Automation, Library Personnel
Ryan, Sara – School Library Journal, 2000
Discusses creating and managing an effective library Web site aimed at teenagers. Topics include omitting links to sites teens already know about; links to book review sites where teens can post their own comments; links to local sites; regular updating; use of graphics; and involving teens in the process. (LRW)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Book Reviews, Computer Graphics, Library Automation
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