Policies for Microcomputers in Libraries: An Administrative Model.

Duke, John K.; Hirshon, Arnold

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ERIC Number: EJ344245

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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Policies for Microcomputers in Libraries: An Administrative Model.

Duke, John K.; Hirshon, Arnold

Information Technology and Libraries, v5 n3 p193-203 Sep 1986

Examines the need for medium to large academic libraries to have a policy for staff use of microcomputers. Key issues that should be covered in such a policy are outlined, including rules for acquisition and use, compatibility of hardware and software, and data administration. A model policy is provided. (CDD)

Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Computer Software, Data Processing, Equipment Maintenance, Higher Education, Library Administration, Library Personnel, Microcomputers, Policy Formation, Purchasing, Standards, Storage, Training

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Administrators; Media Staff; Practitioners

Language: English

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