Document (#10475)

Author

Bearden, C.F.

Title

CD-ROM telephone directories : why librarians should consider them and what to look for

Source

Texas library journal. 70(1994) no.3, S.124-127

Year

1994

Abstract

In the last few years, CD-ROM has grown dramatically in importance as a medium for information of all kinds. Now electronic telephone directories on CD-ROM have gained attention as several products have appeared on the market in the USA over the past 2 or 3 years. CD-ROM telephone directories are attractive alternatives to print directories, offering money and soace savings. Discusses some of the chief considerations in selecting CD-ROM telephone directories, including geographic coverage, record elements and access points, ease of searching, printing and downloading options, and cost

Theme

Informationsmittel

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