Library Networking in North America in the 1980s. Part 1: The Dreams; the Realities.

Hildreth, Charles R.

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Publication Date: 1987

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Library Networking in North America in the 1980s. Part 1: The Dreams; the Realities.

Hildreth, Charles R.

Electronic Library, v5 n4 p222-28 Aug 1987

Reviews the growth of library networks and bibliographic utilities, and describes the concept of a national bibliographic network. The impact of microcomputers, the increased computer literacy of librarians, preferences for local autonomy, and the availability of commercial online services on the desire for a national system are discussed. (CLB)

Descriptors: Bibliographic Utilities, Computer Literacy, Databases, Information Technology, Institutional Autonomy, Library Automation, Library Networks, Microcomputers, Online Systems, Online Vendors, Technological Advancement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Research

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Audience: Policymakers; Administrators; Media Staff; Practitioners

Language: English

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