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Peer reviewedSatalkar, Vasudha; Kunte, Pravin – Electronic Library, 1988
Describes the use of dBase II at the Centre of Studies in Resources Engineering of India to develop a microcomputer based database. The effectiveness of the system in bibliographic data storage and management, data selection and retrieval, and report preparation is discussed. (7 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedDesmarais, Norman – Library Software Review, 1986
The Sydney Micro Library System is a microcomputer-based integrated library system with cataloging, inquiry, and system management modules that form the base system for running the optional acquisitions, circulation, serials, and MARC record modules. Designed for small special libraries, the system has parallel minicomputer and microcomputer…
Descriptors: Cataloging, Database Management Systems, Information Retrieval, Library Acquisition
Peer reviewedEvans, Janet; And Others – Library Software Review, 1986
Four articles on dBASE III include three on library applications: a photocopy invoicing system for interlibrary loan, a vertical file subject headings list program, and a subject index to statistical resources. Another article explains the differences between interpreters and compilers and the advantages of the Clipper compiler for dBASE III. (EM)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Database Management Systems, Higher Education, Indexes
Peer reviewedWongkoltoot, Poonsin; Indee, Somsak – Information Development, 1992
Describes the Thailand Development Research Institute Library's development of an integrated bibliographic system using UNESCO's Micro-ISIS software. Linkages between databases were made using an in-house application (TIBIS) written in CDS/ISIS Pascal. The library system is available on a local area network (LAN). (three references) (EA)
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Database Management Systems, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries
Frey, Christine – Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, 1987
Descriptions of microcomputer software packages currently available in Australia emphasize those used by special and school libraries. Software for library management functions, text retrieval, and database management systems are included, and geographical distribution is examined. The need for professional development courses in software…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Database Management Systems, Developed Nations, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedJones, Anne – Special Libraries, 1987
Describes the use of PC FOCUS, a database management package for IBM microcomputers, in the creation of an online catalog and index for a management library and information service. The programing and input required and system performance are discussed in detail. (CLB)
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Indexes, Information Centers, Input Output
Online, Inc., Weston, CT. – 1987
Reprints of 19 articles pertaining to library microcomputing appear in this collection, the second of two volumes on this topic in a series of volumes of reprints from "ONLINE" and "DATABASE" magazines. Edited for information professionals who use electronically distributed databases, these articles address such topics as: (1)…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Artificial Intelligence, Bibliographies, Computer Software
Peer reviewedJohnson, Jane S. – Library Software Review, 1986
This paper describes in depth the development, use, and capabilities of a microcomputer-based bibliographic system established for the International Program for Agricultural Knowledge Systems at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Hardware, software and outputs, and features of the INMAGIC database (adding records, searching,…
Descriptors: Agriculture, College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Peer reviewedBichteler, Julie; And Others – Science and Technology Libraries, 1986
Articles in this theme issue discuss applications of microcomputers in science/technology libraries, a UNIX-based online catalog, online versus print sources, computer-based statistics, and the applicability and implications of the Matheson-Cooper Report on health science centers for science/technology libraries. A bibliography of new reference…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Database Management Systems, Databases, Decision Support Systems
