Query Formulation in Linear Retrieval Models.

Wong, S. K. M.; Yao, Y. Y.

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Publication Date: 1990

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Query Formulation in Linear Retrieval Models.

Wong, S. K. M.; Yao, Y. Y.

Journal of the American Society for Information Science, v41 n5 p334-41 Jul 1990

Discusses query formulation in information retrieval systems within the framework of adaptive linear models. User preference is emphasized, acceptable ranking strategies are described, query formulation and inductive learning are discussed, relevance feedback and probabilistic approaches are examined, and problems encountered in the design of an adaptive system are considered. (20 references) (LRW)

Descriptors: Computer System Design, Documentation, Induction, Information Retrieval, Mathematical Models, Probability, Problems, Relevance (Information Retrieval), User Needs (Information), User Satisfaction (Information)

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Language: English

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