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Bartley, Linda K.; And Others – The Serials Librarian, 1987
Three papers discuss: (1) development of the CONSER (Conservation of Serials) Editing Guide; (2) original input of serials into OCLC by the Iowa State University Library; and (3) description of the use of RLIN (Research Libraries Information Network) for serials cataloging with references to uses at the University of Iowa. (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Cataloging, Higher Education, Library Automation
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Moulton, Lynda W. – Special Libraries, 1987
Outlines the process involved in selecting or developing software for building a machine-readable database and the special librarian's role in that process. The following steps are identified: (1) needs assessment; (2) project cost and justification; (3) software selection; (4) implementation; and (5) startup and maintenance. Twelve references are…
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Library Automation, Needs Assessment, Program Implementation
Becker, Karen A. – College and Research Libraries News, 1987
Presents a "family tree" of optical technologies with a list of definitions, and briefly discusses some of the issues relating to optical technologies and their use in libraries. (CLB)
Descriptors: Costs, Definitions, Lasers, Library Automation
Smith, Barbara G.; Borgendale, Marilyn – Library Journal, 1988
These guidelines for upgrading a local online library system, cover: (1) technical considerations; (2) management issues; (3) planning, including profiling, data file conversion, consideration of add-on programs, and user interface; (4) training; and (5) the conversions process. A sidebar provides data about conversion at the Health Sciences…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Costs, Higher Education, Improvement
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Akeroyd, John – Electronic Library, 1988
Discussion of the application of CD-ROM technology for online public access catalogs (OPACs) covers: (1) the production process; (2) costs; (3) advantages and disadvantages of using CD-ROM; (4) current CD-ROM applications; and (5) future developments. (5 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Costs, Information Technology, Library Automation, Microcomputers
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Kuntz, Lynda S. – Special Libraries, 1988
Demonstrates how three commercial microcomputer software packages--PC-Talk III, Wordstar, and dBase III--were combined to produce an integrated library system at the U.S. Army Concepts Analysis Agency library. The retrospective conversion process is discussed, and the four modules of the system are described: acquisitions/cataloging; online…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Federal Government, Government Libraries, Library Automation
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Holt, Raymond M. – Library Trends, 1987
Review of trends in public library buildings covers cycles in building activity; financial support; site selection; expansion, remodeling, or conversion of existing buildings; size of buildings; and such architectural concerns as flexible space, lighting, power, accommodation of computer systems, heat and ventilation, fire protection, security,…
Descriptors: Building Design, Futures (of Society), Library Automation, Library Facilities
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Buckland, Michael K. – Information Technology and Libraries, 1987
The functions of electronic mail and online catalogs are described, and the possible uses of the two in conjunction for library purposes are explored, including notes between librarians, broadcast news, patron notifications, selective information dissemination, and interlibrary loans. (Author/CLB)
Descriptors: Electronic Mail, Information Dissemination, Library Automation, Office Automation
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Sugnet, Chris, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1986
Seven vendors express their views on the importance of standards to facilitate the linkage of in-house and external computer systems. The subjects addressed include integrated versus linked systems, national and international standards efforts, and the involvement of librarians in the development of standards. (EM)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Library Automation, Online Systems, Online Vendors
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Clack, Mary Elizabeth – Library Resources and Technical Services, 1986
Reviews nine significant publications in serials librarianship published from 1981 through 1985. Topics covered include publishing and electronic publishing, cataloging, acquisitions, and serials automation. (Author/EM)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Electronic Publishing, Library Acquisition, Library Automation
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McCarthy, Cathleen D. – Special Libraries, 1987
Demonstrates the ways in which multiuser and multitasking microcomputer systems can be used for the automation of small- to medium-sized library operations. The possibilities afforded by the IBM-PC AT microcomputer are discussed and a sample configuration with estimated cost projections is provided. (EM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Library Automation, Library Planning, Microcomputers
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McQueen, Judy; Boss, Richard W. – Library Technology Reports, 1985
This issue on current options in the area of machine-readable cataloging and retrospective conversion highlights generation and use of machine-readable bibliographic records, editing, standards, online and batch access, keying and coding, full-service cataloging and conversion, interlibrary loan, and authority control. Profiles of 22…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Databases, Library Automation, Library Technical Processes
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Raitt, D. – Electronic Library, 1983
Overview of recent developments in field of telecommunications, especially newer transmission media and equipment, highlights new information services and systems (telebanking, teleshopping, videotex); opportunities for libraries (storing material, information generation, provision of equipment, library management); reasons for adopting new…
Descriptors: Electronic Equipment, Information Networks, Information Services, Library Automation
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Armstrong, C. J. – Electronic Library, 1984
Discussion of the acquisition of small computer systems (microcomputers and software) by libraries for their own use covers the decision-making process, five options available for acquiring software, stand-alone microcomputer packages for library housekeeping, and national bibliographic control of computer software. Twenty-six references are…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Computer Software, Decision Making, Library Automation
Dowlin, Kenneth E.; Hawley, Brenda G. – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1984
Describes Pikes Peak Library District's innovative use of portable microcomputers to accomplish an inexpensive collection inventory. The Radio Shack Model 100 battery-operated microcomputer was used as a data-capture device for updating status records of the library's regular automated circulation and cataloging programs. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Costs, Facility Inventory, Library Automation
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