Will Public Libraries Be Obsolete in the 1980's?.

Baker, J. William

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Publication Date: 1979-Oct

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Will Public Libraries Be Obsolete in the 1980's?

Baker, J. William

Canadian Library Journal, v36 n5 p262-66 Oct 1979

Computer technology and data banks are making manual storage systems outdated; yet it is difficult for libraries to obtain funding for automated retrieval equipment. Five suggestions to meet funding needs are offered. The effect on publishers of the projected decrease in book use is also noted. (SW)

Descriptors: Computers, Databases, Financial Support, Fund Raising, Information Needs, Library Administration, Library Facilities, Opinions, Public Libraries, Speeches, Technological Advancement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Speeches/Meeting Papers; Opinion Papers

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