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Peer reviewedWaters, Richard L. – Library Trends, 1987
Examination of the library of tomorrow speculates about the impact of changes in the functions of government, technology, demographics, lifestyle, and values on the role of the library. A facility for the contemporary public library is described that can both accommodate traditional services and respond to changes in the library's role. (17…
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Library Facilities, Library Role, Public Libraries
Peer reviewedKalin, Sally Wayman – Library Trends, 1987
Discusses user satisfaction with remote access to online catalogs, categorizes the types of assistance remote users require, and considers the library's responsibility to these invisible users. An outline of suggestions for improving service to remote users is provided. (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Databases, Dial Access Information Systems, Higher Education
