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Download full textNance, Richard E.; And Others – 1971
A mathematical definition of an information network is constructed with the purpose of developing a theory useful in answering practical questions concerning information transfer. An information network includes: (1) users, (2) information resources, (3) information centers, and (4) the total information transfer structure linking (1), (2), and…
Descriptors: Data Processing, Definitions, Information Networks, Models
Nance, Richard E.; Crouch, Carolyn J. – 1972
A model of a generalized information storage and retrieval system is proposed. The model consists of six subsystems (or blocks): logical processor, selector, descriptor, file, locator, document file, and analysis block. These subsystems function in a partial environment defined by the user and data blocks. Proceeding from a verbal description, a…
Descriptors: Data Processing, Information Networks, Information Retrieval, Information Storage
