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Almquist, Arne J. – Technology Connection, 1996
Presents an overview of the hardware and software required to network CD-ROMs in schools. Topics include network infrastructures, networking software, file server-based systems, CD-ROM servers, vendors of network components, workstations, network utilities, and network management. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education
Sylvia, Margaret – Computers in Libraries, 1995
Addresses issues to consider when upgrading library CD-ROM networks for multimedia applications. Topics includes security issues; workstation requirements such as soundboards and monitors; local area network configurations that avoid bottlenecks: Asynchronous Transfer Mode, Ethernet, and Integrated Services Digital Network; server performance…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Security, Evaluation Criteria, Library Automation
Peer reviewedWinzenried, Arthur P. – Electronic Library, 1997
Describes an integrated computer library system installed at Lilydale Adventist Academy (LAA) in Melbourne (Australia) in response to a limited budget, increased demand, and greater user expectations. Topics include student workstations, cost effectiveness, CD-ROMS on local area networks, and student input regarding their needs. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Integrated Library Systems, Library Automation, Library Expenditures
Download full textMississippi State Dept. of Education, Jackson. Office of Educational Technology. – 1996
The technical specifications for educational technology in the state of Mississippi which are contained in this publication represent the minimum criteria for utilization of the equipment. Information is provided for PC (personal computer) and Macintosh platforms where applicable on: workstation specifications; multimedia/teacher presentation…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Printers, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Equipment
Peer reviewedCorbett, John, Ed. – Library Hi Tech, 1996
Presents an overview of past, present, and future activities involving automation and networking in Oklahoma libraries. Topics include a library technology network concerned with equitable library service; a union list of CD-ROM library holdings; telecommunications infrastructure; telephone charges and Internet access; upgrades of rural library…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Full Text Databases, Futures (of Society), Internet
PDF pending restorationPhillips, Linda L. – 1995
This final report describes a two-year project to create a library-supported Scholar's Workstation that provides convenient, timely user access to information in or near the scholar's workplace, particularly in relation to environmental studies. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) librarians demonstrated current and emerging information…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Access to Information, Computer Networks, Document Delivery
Peer reviewedZhou, Yuan – Library Trends, 1994
Discusses the impact that network technology, electronic publishing, and Internet communication are having on collection development policies in research libraries. Highlights include changes in the research library environment, including financial difficulties; scholarly communication; workstations for material selection; and materials in…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Change, Computer Networks, Computer Software
