The Computer as Mask: A Problem of Inadequate Human Interaction Examined with Particular Regard to Online Public Access Catalogues.

Azubuike, Abraham A.

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Publication Date: 1988

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The Computer as Mask: A Problem of Inadequate Human Interaction Examined with Particular Regard to Online Public Access Catalogues.

Azubuike, Abraham A.

Journal of Information Science, v14 n5 p275-83 1988

Identifies factors that reduce the effectiveness of computers as intermediaries and discusses possible negative effects on user satisfaction and the interaction between users and librarians. A set of guidelines for the improvement of online catalogs, based on user needs and abilities, is presented. (41 references) (CLB)

Descriptors: Cataloging, Display Systems, Guidelines, Human Factors Engineering, Information Retrieval, Interaction, Library Services, Man Machine Systems, Online Catalogs, Subject Index Terms, Systems Development, User Needs (Information), User Satisfaction (Information)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Non-Classroom; Information Analyses

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Language: English

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