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Peer reviewedSieverts, Eric G.; Hofstede, Marten – Electronic Library, 1991
Five categories of microcomputer software for information storage and retrieval (ISR) are distinguished and characterized: classical retrieval systems; end-user software; indexing programs; full-text retrieval programs; and personal information managers. In addition, the special retrieval techniques of hypertext and best-matched searching are…
Descriptors: Classification, Computer Software, Gateway Systems, Hypermedia
Peer reviewedBlake, Paul – Online Review, 1992
Describes the MenUSE (Menu-based User Search Engine) retrieval system for multilingual database searching and reviews the status of other similar projects funded by the European Communities Commission. A Japanese-English version of MenUSE is explained, including its use of HyperCard software. (LRW)
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Computer Software, Computer System Design, English
