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Peer reviewedPrice, Bennett J. – Library Hi Tech, 1989
Describes electrical power problems that affect computer users, including spikes, sags, outages, noise, frequency variations, and static electricity. Ways in which these problems may be diagnosed and cured are discussed. Sidebars consider transformers; power distribution units; surge currents/linear and non-linear loads; and sizing the power…
Descriptors: Electricity, Electronic Equipment, Equipment Evaluation, Equipment Standards
Peer reviewedCrawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1989
The first section discusses two common styles of microcomputer consulting, when each is appropriate in libraries, and the dangers of using one type. The second section focuses on types of vaporware, the effects of each, and steps to minimize potential damage. A bibliography of this quarter's literature watch on microcomputer hardware and software…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Consultants, Library Automation, Microcomputers
Peer reviewedBrown, David J. – Library Hi Tech, 1984
The Faxon Company has developed a user-friendly, menu-driven database that includes all serial titles from every subject area announced within the past three years. Accessible by ASCII terminals and personal computers, INFOSERV is available through Telenet and provides a brief bibliographic description together with availability information for…
Descriptors: Databases, Display Systems, Information Retrieval, Information Services
Peer reviewedCrawford, Walt – Library Hi Tech, 1985
Defines and discusses the equipment and software needed to start telecommunicating: modems (speed, autodial or manual dial, stand-alone or built-in), telephones, telecommunications software, and commercial information services, including electronic mail and bulletin boards. Definitions, communications protocols, equipment features, and costs are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Costs, Information Networks, Information Services
Peer reviewedWarden, William H., III; Warden, Bette M. – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Description of database management systems for microcomputers highlights system features and factors to consider in microcomputer system selection. A method for ranking database management systems is explained and applied to a defined need, i.e., software support for indexing a weekly newspaper. A glossary of terms and 32-item bibliography are…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Design Requirements, Evaluation Criteria
Peer reviewedReader, Evan A. – Library Hi Tech, 1989
Describes the competitive bidding process used by California State University to successfully procure integrated library systems for 5 of its 19 campuses during 1 fiscal year. The procurements demonstrated that competitive bidding not only reduces overall cost of library systems, but also allows the buyer to achieve favorable contract provisions.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Bids, Contracts, Cost Effectiveness
