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Chang, Roy – Library Software Review, 1993
Provides an overview of indexing in database management systems to provide librarians with more understanding of the possibilities and limitations of current information systems. Sequential, direct, indexed sequential, and virtual sequential file accessing methods are explained, and various binary tree structures are described. (EAM)
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Indexing, Information Retrieval, Information Storage
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Eichelberger, Susan; And Others – Library Software Review, 1987
Four articles discuss library uses of dBase III: (1) an interlibrary loan journal request file; (2) an acquisitions system; (3) customized multi-column output for reports; and (4) a circulation system. Program listings are included. (EM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Interlibrary Loans, Library Acquisition
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Reid, Clifford – Library Software Review, 1990
Discusses the critical need for tools to manage, access, and disseminate text and image information ranging from free-form ASCII data to scanned documents stored on optical media. Current types of integrated text/image databases are described and the advancement of technology toward systems that manage large collections of documents made up of…
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Information Management, Information Retrieval, Nonprint Media
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Bellamy, Lois M.; Guyton, Joanne – Library Software Review, 1987
Automation of a table of contents service at the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing Library using dBase III facilitates matching patrons with journals. The program is also used for journal check-in and mailing labels. Future applications may include production of a journal holdings list, statistics, and reporting. (21 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Database Management Systems, Library Automation, Library Services
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Perez, Ernest – Library Software Review, 1993
Describes a state library's approach to automating federal document processing using commercially available shipping list information software as input data. A package that incorporates elements of a customized version of a dBASE application developed by another library, the Bernan DECK Shelf List Service, and Data Magician by Folland Software is…
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Depository Libraries, Economic Factors, Government Publications
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Dykhuis, Randy – Library Software Review, 1987
Describes one medium-sized public library's use of dBase III to control the processing of videocassettes. Reformatting existing files, creating the database, and custom design of the program are explained. (EM)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Library Automation, Library Technical Processes
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Nashelsky, Joan; Earley, Dorothy – Library Software Review, 1991
Discusses reference management software that is used for the storage and retrieval of bibliographic and text files on personal computers. Uses in health sciences are reviewed, selection criteria are discussed, needs assessment is described, guidelines for selecting appropriate software are presented, and a list of software products is included.…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Records, Computer Software Selection, Criteria, Database Management Systems
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Johnson, Jane S. – Library Software Review, 1986
This paper describes in depth the development, use, and capabilities of a microcomputer-based bibliographic system established for the International Program for Agricultural Knowledge Systems at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Hardware, software and outputs, and features of the INMAGIC database (adding records, searching,…
Descriptors: Agriculture, College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software