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Techniques for Special Processing of Data within Bibliographic Text
Get PDFAn analysis of the codification practices of bibliographic descriptions reveals a multiplicity of ways to solve the problem of the special processing of certain characters within a bibliographic element.
To obtain a clear insight into this subject, a review of the techniques used in different systems is given. The basic principles of each technique are stated, examples am given, and advantages and disadvantages are weighed. Simple local applications as well as more ambitious shared cataloging projects are considered
Standards for Library Automation and ISAD's Committee on Technical Standards for Library Automation (TESLA)
Get PDFThe role of ISAD's Committee on Technical Standards for Library Automation is examined and discussed. A procedure for the reaction to and initiation of standards is described, with reference to relevant standards organizations
A Computer Output Microfilm Serials List for Patron Use
Get PDFLibrary literature generally assumes that COM is better suited to staff rather than patron use applications. This paper describes a COM serials holdings list intended for patron use. The application and conversion from paper to COM are described. Emphasis is placed on the selection of an appropriate microformat and easily operable viewing equipment as conditions of success for patron use
Highlights of ISAD Board Meeting
Get PDFHighlights of ISAD Board Meeting, 1974 Annual Meeting, New York, N
The Binary Vector as the Basis of an Inverted Index File
Get PDFThe inverted index file is a frequently used file structure for the storage of indexing information in a document retrieval system. This paper describes a novel method for the computer storage of such an index. The method not only offers the possibility of reducing storage requirements for an index but also affords more rapid processing of query statements expressed in Boolean logic
Catalog Records Retrieved by Personal Author Using Derived Search Keys
Get PDFThis investigation shows that search keys derived from personal author names possess a sufficient degree of distinctness to be employed in an efficient computerized interactive index to a file of MARC II catalog records having 167,745 personal author entries
Comparison of MARC Serials, NSDP, and ISBD-S
Get PDFBriefly characterizes and compares the specifications for serial records of the MARC Serials Distribution Service, the National Serials Data Program, and the International Standard Bibliographic Description for Serials. Both data content and, where applicable, machine format are analyzed
