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  1. Sloan, B.G.: Remote access : design implications for the online catalog (1991) 0.04 
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    Abstract
    Provides examples to illustrate the growing use and acceptance of remote access to OPACs. Examines the differences between offering in-house public access and remote access to users and offers suggestions to help address some of the requirements of remote users. Discusses the shortcomings of the bibliographic record, what can be done to enhance the OPAC record, remote access to periodical indexes, access to the physical items represented by the bibliographic records, and the importance of establishing lines of communication with remote users
    Date
    8. 1.2007 17:22:42
  2. Hahn, U.; Schulze, M.: Katalogerweiterungen, Mashups und Elemente der Bibliothek 2.0" in der Praxis : der Katalog der Universitätsbibliothek der Helmut-Schmidt-Universität (IHSU) Universität der Bundeswehr Hamburg (2009) 0.03 
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    Abstract
    Die verschiedenen unter dem Schlagwort "Bibliothek 2.0" zusammengefassten neuen Dienste und Komponenten wie etwa Wikis, Tagging-Systeme und Blogs sind seit einiger Zeit in aller Munde und dringen über Fortbildungsveranstaltungen, Konferenzen und Publikationsorgane immer mehr in das deutschsprachige Bibliothekswesen ein. Darüber hinaus gibt es öffentlich geförderte Projekte zu bibliothekarischen 2.0-Themen und sogar ein Projekt, welches sich explizit einen 2.0-Katalog zum Ziel gesetzt hat. In diesem Beitrag soll es nun nicht um die Vorstellung eines weiteren Projekts im Dienste des Themas "Bibliothek 2.0" gehen, ebenso hat dieser Beitrag nicht den Anspruch, die Diskussion über die möglichen Vor- oder Nachteile dieser Thematik auf theoretischer Ebene voranzubringen. Vielmehr wird hier ganz praktisch aus Sicht einer kleinen Universitätsbibliothek, der Bibliothek der Helmut-SchmidtUniversität (HSU) - Universität der Bundeswehr Hamburg, aufgezeigt, wie das Thema "Web/Bibliothek 2.0" durchaus neben und in Unterstützung von weiteren nutzerorientierten Servicedienstleistungen auch in kleinen Schritten positive Auswirkungen für die Nutzerinnen und Nutzer haben kann. Der Focus wird dabei auf dem zentralen Arbeits- und Rechercheinstrument der Bibliotheksnutzer liegen, dem Bibliothekskatalog. Speziell wird es darum gehen, wie auf relativ einfache Art und Weise durch Anwendung verschiedener Elemente anderer Dienste und Anbieter sowie das Aufgreifen von Schnittstellen und wenig aufwendigen Verbesserungen, Mehrwert für die Nutzerinnen und Nutzer zu erzielen ist. Ein zentraler Begriff bei fast allen Überlegungen, die im Zusammenhang mit der Verbesserung und Anreicherung des Kataloges stehen, war und ist das Thema "Mash-up". Unter Mashups - ein Begriff, der gerade im Zusammenhang mit dem Thema "Web 2.0" im deutschsprachigen Raum eingeführt und adaptiert wurde - wird das Verfahren bezeichnet, Web-Inhalte neu zu kombinieren. Dabei nutzt man bei und für Mashups offene "APIs" (Application Programming Interfaces, also offene Programmierschnittstellen), die von anderen Web-Anwendungen zur Verfügung gestellt werden.
    Date
    22. 2.2009 19:40:38
  3. Larson, R.R.; McDonough, J.; O'Leary, P.; Kuntz, L.: Cheshire II : designing a next-generation online catalog (1996) 0.03 
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    Abstract
    The Cheshire II online catalog system was designed to provide a bridge between th realms of purely bibliographical information and the rapidly expanding full-text and multimedia collections available online. It is based on a number of national and international standards for data description, communication, and interface technology. The system uses a client-server architecture with X window client communication with an SGML-based probabilistic search engine using the Z39.50 information retrieval protocol
  4. Murdock, P.R.: Cataloging catalysis toward a new chemistry of conscience, communication and conduct in the online catalog (1989) 0.02 
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  5. Larsen, G.: Advances in OPACs in Europe : an overview (1994) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    The acronym OPAC should perhaps stand for Open, Public, Accessible and Cooperative. Looks at how the OPAC modules available in major European library systems live up to this definition. Discusses 3rd generation OPAC development areas; network access; document types and services included; document ordering and delivery; user interface; retrieval models; communication language; and record enhancements
  6. Duckett, B.: Do users matter? (1994) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Considers the user-friendliness or lack of it of online catalogues. Describes difficulties users face when using catalogues using anecdotal and survey evidence. Discusses areas that should be considered to improve catalogues covering: location and directions, physical factors, operation, user instruction, coverage, layout and clarity, stock information, subject access, accuracy and adequacy, quality, outputs, and the intelligent catalogue. Cataloguers should improve communication with users
  7. Weisbrod, E.J.; Duffy, P.: Keeping your online catalog from degenerating into a finding aid : considerations for loading microformat records into the online catalog (1993) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Provides an overview of microformat set problems and discusses guidelines developed by Auburn University, Alabama, for loading bibliographic records for sets. Considers downloading individual records and tapeloading entire sets. Suggests categorizing and prioritising microform sets to decide which sets should be analyzed. Current and projected usage, strengths of the existing collection, other means of access and record qiality should be evaluated when choosing which microform sets to analyze. Communication and ccoperation between the reference, cataloguing and automation departments, and the librarians responsible for microform collection development and acquisition is the key to ensuring catalogue integrity and improved access to microformatted materials
  8. Beheshti, J.: ¬The evolving OPAC (1997) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Advances in computer and communication technology technology have had an important impact on OPACs. The client server architecture model, the Internet, protocols, and standards such as Z39.50 have resulted in newly designed interfaces which reduce syntactic and semantic knowledge required to conduct effective online searches. Experimental OPACs have been developed in an attempt to assist users in conceptual transformation of their information needs into searchable queries. These experiments are based primarily on determining users' behaviour at the OPAC terminal, which needs much further study. Other non traditional models for storing and retrieving information should be considered to create an intuitive OPAC
  9. Polidoro, P.: Using qualitative methods to analyze online catalog interfaces (2015) 0.02 
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    Abstract
    Many experts have proposed an evolution toward "next generation catalogs," whose main features are partly inspired by commercial websites such as Google or Amazon. This article examines pros and cons of this integration. It also aims to show how a qualitative approach helps to broaden understanding of web communication mechanisms. After discussing some examples of "next generation catalog" features, I analyze the interface of an online catalog responding to different users' information needs and seeking behaviors. In the conclusion I suggest that the right approach to integration is a "translation" (not a "copy and paste") between commercial and library logics.
  10. Hug, H.; Nöthiger, R.: Ethics (ETH library information control system) (1992) 0.01 
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    Abstract
    Paper presented at the 14th biennal conference of IATUL, Cambridge, Mass., USA, 8-12.7.1991: new technologies and information services - evolution or revolution? Ed. by Jay K. Lucker and published by the British Library on behalf of the IATUL. The ETH-Bibliothek is the main library of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology and the national centre for scientific and technical literature. Mostly there is no open access for the public. The ETHICS project was initiated to run library applications on the the library's own computer. The project is conceived as a multi-library integrated system whose separate units interrelate via a central database. The main function of the system is the online public access catalogue. Describes the specifications of ETHICS including interactive communication in German and French for storing and retrieving data. The subject index is maintained in French, German and English. Discusses retrieval by title words, subject retrieval and alphabetic retrieval. Outlines future developments
  11. Walker, S.: Improving subject access painlessly : recent work on the Okapi online catalogue projects (1988) 0.01 
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    Source
    Program. 22(1988), S.21-31
  12. Hug, H.; Nöthiger, R.: ETHICS: an online public access catalogue at ETH-Bibliothek, Zürich (1988) 0.01 
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    Program. 22(1988), S.133-142
  13. Subject control in online catalogs (1989) 0.01 
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    Content
    Enthält die Beiträge: HOLLEY, R.P.: Subject access in the online catalog; KLUGMAN, S.: Failures in subject retreival; CARLYLE, A.: Matching LCSH and user vocabulary in the library catalog; MURDOCK, P.R.: Cataloging catalysis: toward a new chemistry of conscience, communication and conduct in the online catalog; DYKSTRA, M.: PRECIS in the online catalog; WILLIAMSON, N.J.: The role of classification in online systems; BROADBENT, E.: The online catalog: dictionary, classified, or both?; OLSEN, R.J., CHRISTENSEN, J.O., LARSEN, K.A. u. K. WILLEY: Implementing NOTIS keyword/Boolean searching: a case study; ROLLAND-THOMA, P. u. G. MERCURE: Subject access in a bilingual online catalogue; FROST, C.O.: Title words as entry vocabulary to LCSH: correlation between assigned LSCH terms and derived terms from titles in bibliographic records with implications for subject access in online catalogs; STONE, A.T.: Subject searching in law library OPACs; CHAN, L.M.: A subject cataloging code?; McCARTHY, C.: A reference librarian's view of the online subject catalog; JOUGUELET, S.: Subject access in online catalogs: developments in France; DALE, D.C.: Subject access in online catalogs: an overview bibliography
  14. Wimmer, W.: Multimedia-Angebote im Bibliothekskatalog : Neue Möglichkeiten durch das ALLEGRO-Programm ALCARTA (1999) 0.01 
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    Date
    22. 1.2000 19:36:10
    22. 1.2000 19:41:58
  15. Mitev, N.; Hildreth, C.R.: ¬Les catalogues interactifs en Grande-Bretagne et aux Etats-Unis (1989) 0.01 
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    Bulletin des bibliothèques de France. 34(1989) no.1, S.22-47
  16. Wagner, H.: OPAC für jedermann? (1993) 0.01 
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    Footnote
    Eine Replik zu Auer: OPAC und Zeichensatz (Mitteilungen der VÖB 46(1993) H.2, S.21-22)
  17. Auer, G.: Online-Kataloge und Zeichensatz (1993) 0.01 
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    Mitteilungen der Vereinigung Österreichischer Bibliothekare. 46(1993) H.2, S.21-22
  18. Riesthuis, G.J.A.; Stuurman, P.: Tendenzen in de onderwerpsontsluiting : T.4: Onderwerpsontsluiting en on-line catalogi (1990) 0.01 
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    Open. 22(1990) no.10, S.326-330
  19. Ostendorp, C.; Trinks-Schulz, H.: Integriertes Bibliothekssystem BABSY/i3v an der Hochschulbibliothek der Fachhochschule Gelsenkirchen (1999) 0.01 
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    23. 3.2000 15:22:58
  20. Ansari, M.A.A.: Awareness and use of OPACs in five Delhi libraries (2008) 0.01 
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    Abstract
    Purpose - The objective of this study is to establish the opinion of users with respect to the awareness and utilisation of, as well as their satisfaction level with, the use of the online public access catalogue (OPAC). Design/methodology/approach - The paper deals with the applicability and utility of OPACs in five libraries in New Delhi, namely the Indian Institute of Technology; Jawaharlal Nehru University Library; Dr Zakir Husain Library, Jamia Millia Islamia; National Information System for Communication and Information Resources (NISCAIR); and the Defence Science Information and Documentation Centre (DESIDOC). A questionnaire was developed and distributed randomly to 128 users including undergraduates and post graduate students as well as MPhil. and PhD scholars. Users returned 115 completed questionnaires of which 100 were selected for analysis. Findings - The paper finds that the OPAC system has changed the traditional concept of access to library resources. It allows simple as well as complex searches. Document access is still one of the most important approaches of users to visit the library, and a study of the effectiveness of an OPAC is useful in this respect. Regarding results, sometimes users face problems of recall and precision. However, in some searches users are not able to find relevant documents on account of various factors. Data show that a high percentage of respondents are utilising the OPAC as a search tool for retrieving documents. Also, most of the users handle the OPAC themselves. Significantly, the satisfaction level of users was high with the OPAC facilities. Nevertheless, not many users are aware of the expert searches provided by OPAC. Originality/value - The paper focuses on many aspects of OPACs, particularly those in India. Librarians, especially those from developing nations, may choose their library automation software packages keeping in view the user's expectation with respect to OPACs.

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