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| Library Hi Tech | 8 |
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| Michalak, Thomas J. | 3 |
| Diskin, Gregory M. | 1 |
| Diskin, Jill A. | 1 |
| FitzGerald, Patricia | 1 |
| Lowry, Charles B. | 1 |
| Pisciotta, Henry | 1 |
| Porter, Peggy | 1 |
| Seiden, Peggy | 1 |
| Sullivan, Patricia | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 8 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 6 |
| Opinion Papers | 2 |
| Reports - Research | 2 |
| Tests/Questionnaires | 1 |
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Peer reviewedLowry, Charles B. – Library Hi Tech, 1995
Discusses how information technology and information retrieval may be used to build the virtual library, based on examples from Carnegie-Mellon University. Topics include information technology infrastructure, including distributed computing; Boolean searching; natural language processing; navigating the Internet; and prototypes and problems at…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Higher Education, Information Retrieval, Information Technology
Peer reviewedMichalak, Thomas J. – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Describes an experimental project at Carnegie Mellon University to enhance catalog records in order to improve the quality of the records and access to resources. Criteria for selecting books for enhanced cataloging and implementation of enhancement procedures are discussed. Several sample screen displays are included. (Three references) (MES)
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Bibliographic Databases, Bibliographic Records, Cataloging
Peer reviewedDiskin, Gregory M.; Michalak, Thomas J. – Library Hi Tech, 1985
Describes the Information Function of the LS/2000 integrated library system at Carnegie-Mellon University. Existing and planned functions, screen displays, and selection options (announcements, guides to book locations, library hours, access to library guides and bibliographies, library policies and services) are illustrated. Footnotes are…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Science, Display Systems, Higher Education
Peer reviewedMichalak, Thomas J. – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Describes Carnegie-Mellon University Libraries' utilization of three software packages resident on the University's central computers: text editing, text formatting, and electronic mail. Advantages of utilizing central computing resources, introduction of and training in computing systems within libraries, specific applications, and advantages and…
Descriptors: Centralization, College Libraries, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Peer reviewedSullivan, Patricia; Seiden, Peggy – Library Hi Tech, 1985
Traditional methods of studying and evaluating use of online public access catalogs (OPACs) are discussed and compared to verbal protocol method (spoken records of people describing their work that uncover detailed data about thinking during problem solving). Results of Carnegie-Mellon University protocol study of OPAC users are discussed. (22…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Databases, Higher Education, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedPorter, Peggy – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Offers suggestions for etiquette or rules of conduct when using electronic mail systems (EMS) based on experience utilizing EMS for intraorganizational communication in Carnegie-Mellon University Libraries. Transfer of information, democratization of workplace, antisocial abuse, access and learning, privacy, accounts, salutations and conclusions,…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Higher Education, Information Networks, Information Systems
Peer reviewedPisciotta, Henry; And Others – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Search Helper, a microcomputer software package marketed by Information Access Company to serve as a gateway to several of their databases, was selected as a system for introducing the Carnegie-Mellon University community to do-it-yourself database searching. Preliminary results of user survey indicate service to be extremely popular with library…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Software, Display Systems, Higher Education
Peer reviewedDiskin, Jill A.; FitzGerald, Patricia – Library Hi Tech, 1984
Describes specific applications of the Macintosh computer at Carnegie-Mellon University Libraries, where MacPaint was used as a flexible, easy to use, and powerful tool to produce informational, instructional, and promotional signage. Profiles of system hardware and software, an evaluation of the computer program MacPaint, and MacPaint signage…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
