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Koenig, Michael E. D. – Library Journal, 1987
Describes three stages of the automation of information processing systems by combining the concept of the exponential growth of operational capabilities with three characteristics: computational capability, ability to store data, and ability to communicate data. The growth of fiberoptic technology is described as beginning the third stage. (EM)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Storage Devices, Futures (of Society), Information Processing
