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Matthews, Joseph R. – Library Journal, 1982
Predicts that the growing market for automated circulation systems will expand even faster in the near future, given the availability of a wide variety of systems and computer types, which enables libraries of all sizes to obtain a system to fit their needs. Currently there are 301 systems installed. (RAA)
Descriptors: Computers, Library Automation, Library Circulation, Marketing
Matthews, Joseph R. – Library Journal, 1984
This annual review article examines the automated library system marketplace from four perspectives: turnkey circulation systems, library-developed software which may be purchased by other libraries, the microcomputer segment of market, and production of COM catalogs. Addresses of 86 turnkey vendors, software vendors, library-developed systems,…
Descriptors: Computer Output Microfilm, Computer Software, Information Systems, Library Automation
Matthews, Joseph R. – Library Journal, 1985
This annual review article examines the progress made and pitfalls encountered by the automated library system marketplace during calendar year 1984. Total marketplace activity is represented by events that occurred in four segments: turnkey systems, library-developed software, software designed to run on microcomputers, and production of…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Output Microfilm, Computer Software, Information Systems
Peer reviewedLawrence, Gary S.; And Others – Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Discusses features of online library catalogs and their cost characteristics, including financial management and planning (hardware and software options, turnkey vendors); approaches to cost analysis (actual experiences, building blocks); baseline estimates for two average academic libraries; and vendor estimates. Forty-five references and a…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Costs, Higher Education, Library Administration
Campbell, Brian – Database, 1987
Outlines evaluative criteria and compares optical data disk products used in library technical processes, including bibliographic records for cataloging, acquisition databases, and local public access catalogs. An extensive table provides information on specific products, including updates, interfaces, edit screens, installation help, manuals,…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Comparative Analysis, Cost Effectiveness, Databases
Torok, Andrew G. – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1984
Discusses evolution of ergonomics and development of computer ergonomics with its sub-fields of hardware ergonomics (user-equipment-related problems including workstation design); software ergonomics (problems in communication with computers); and peopleware ergonomics (psychological impact). Ergonomic features of VDTs, keyboards, and printers are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Display Systems, History, Human Factors Engineering
Peer reviewedCochrane, Pauline A.; Markey, Karen – Information Technology and Libraries, 1985
Presents overview of library classification and automation (1940-84), including use of Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress classification in online cataloging systems. Highlights include classification number access in existing online catalogs, functions of classification records, specifications for authority file records, and the nature of…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Classification, Computer Oriented Programs, Databases
