Document (#3862)

Author
Benefiel, C.R.
Smith, S.
Title
FirstSearch: a survey of end-users
Source
OCLC micro. 7(1991) no.6, S.16-18
Year
1991
Abstract
The Sterling C. Evans Library at Texas A&M University has provided a test site for OCLC's FirstSearch service. FirstSearch provides OCLC access by subject and keyword. Evaluates FirstSearch as a bibliographic tool according to user success and the ability to identify relevant material better than conventional tools
Theme
OPAC
Object
FirstSearch

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