This discussion of the progress made in the fields of technology and communications in India describes a number of government projects, leading manufacturers and industries, advances made in various areas, and the current status of information technologies in India. (CLB)

Outlines the technological evolution and the use of computers and telecommunications in information transactions and data storage. (CWM)

This report examines both traditional and non-traditional methods of document delivery. Traditional methods, such as photocopying, interlibrary loan, and microfiche, are discussed, as well as electronic document delivery systems. The report begins with an historical overview of document delivery that discusses interlibrary loans,…

The increasing presence of electronic materials, databases, and networks in society's institutions raises a number of new questions related to copyrighted and intellectual property in cyberspace environments (e.g., How will the fair use provision of U.S. copyright law and practice be extended to electronic situations?). Such questions have…

This book provides librarians, researchers, and teachers with a comprehensive guide to technology and copyright issues, and is written for non-lawyers. Part 1 summarizes the historical and legal background and looks at future trends, including the probable effects of recommendations from the National Information Infrastructure report. Part 2…