The various kinds of microforms, the criteria for evaluating microform equipment, the components required to create a whole microform system, and the potential created by a close interrelationship between microforms and computers are among the topics discussed. (NH)

The selection and acquisition of microforms, their bibliographic control, the names of the Microform Committee and Subcommittee members, and a glossary of microform terms are presented. Part III (physical handling and storage of microforms) and Part IV (library relations with reprinters) will appear in Volume 9 Number 2. (Author/RAO)

Contains Parts III and IV of these guidelines, which deal with the handling and storage of microforms, and with library relations with reprinters. Parts I and II, along with a foreword, committee members, and a glossary of terms appear in Volume 9 Number 1. (Author/RAO)

Discusses the uses and learning effectiveness of microform materials and equipment. (RK)

Designed as a service to present and potential users of microfilm equipment products, and services, this guide lists sustaining members of the National Microfilm Association. Each company is categorized by product by service, some equipment specifications are provided for each company's product, and names and addresses of companies are provided.…

Thirteen micrographic events have been identified which are expected to have the greatest impact on the libraries of today and tomorrow. They can be divided into two groups: Nine are of a technological nature and involve micrographic products; the remaining four are basically educational in nature and reflect positive responses from the library…

All known microform viewer manufacturers and distributors located in the United States were contacted in the gathering of material for this descriptive directory of microfiche readers and reader/printers. Each of the 47 models selected for inclusion is accompanied by a photograph, order information, and a checklist for these features: fiche…

This glossary, which is in its fifth edition, aims to standardize the use and meaning of terms in the field of microphotography and microreproduction. It provides descriptive definitions of processes, equipment, acronyms, associations, material, units of measure, and trade names. Some terms are marked as "deprecated" in order to discourage their…

This is the 1973 version of the annual, cumulative guide to books, journals, and other materials which are available on microfilm and other microforms from Unites States publishers. Theses and dissertations are not listed. It is essentially a listing of microform publications offered for sale on a regular basis. The guide is in alphabetical order.…

The word microfiche comes from the French meaning file index card. Using microfiche is an efficient way to communicate information, save time, save money and solve many communications problems. The major benefits of microfiche are: reduced printing costs, quicker dissemination, faster retrieval, lower cost distribution, space saving, ease of…

Pictures and brief descriptions make up this nontechnical guide to microforms and microform technology. (SJ)

The replacement of some books and journal files with microform copies as a solution for the storage of library materials is discussed. (NH)

In the field of fine arts, microforms have come to play an increasing role in preservation and collection development in Canadian libraries. This article notes recent activities in this area and suggests reasons for the expansion and continuation of existing programs. (Author)

The development of the Lincoln Terminal System (LTS) terminals is described. During the quarter, a decision was made to discontinue work on a cassette-based microfiche storage and retrieval system and to continue work on a carousel-based system. The center has continued its preparation of lessons for use with LTS. Application of LTS to the…