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Kennedy, Bev – Online, 1993
This comparison of three menu systems for end-users considers user-friendliness, cost, databases offered, hours of availability, and search options. The differences are shown to indicate that they are intended for users with different amounts of knowledge and training. The conclusion reached is that each system is unique. (five references) (EAM)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Comparative Analysis, Costs, Menu Driven Software
Saari, David S.; Foster, George A., Jr. – Database, 1989
Compares two full featured database management systems for bibliographic information in terms of programs and documentation; record creation and editing; online database citations; search procedures; access to references in external text files; sorting and printing functions; style sheets; indexes; and file operations. (four references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Comparative Analysis, Database Management Systems, Indexes


