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Main Author: McLaughlin, Pamela W.
Format: Recurso educativo Open Access
Language:en
Published: 1987
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Online Access:https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED283533
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author McLaughlin, Pamela W.
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McLaughlin, Pamela W.
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contents New Access Points to ERIC--CD-ROM Versions. ERIC Digest. McLaughlin, Pamela W. Comparative Analysis Computer Software Costs Databases Input Output Devices Optical Data Disks Summative Evaluation This digest reviews three CD-ROM (compact disc-read only memory) versions of the ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) database currently being delivered or tested and provides information for comparison. However, no attempt is made to recommend any one product. The advantages and disadvantages of the acquisition of CD-ROM databases are discussed, and the vendor address as well as a description of the database scope and information on software capabilities, hardware requirements, and any notable features are provided for the following products: (1) DIALOG OnDisc ERIC, produced by DIALOG Information Services, Inc.; (2) OCLC Search CD450 for Education, produced by the Online Computer Library Center; and (3) SilverPlatter ERIC, produced by SilverPlatter Information, Inc. In addition, a table presents a comparison of the current disc contents, archival disc contents, hardware, CD drives, and prices of the three products. (KM)
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spellingShingle New Access Points to ERIC--CD-ROM Versions. ERIC Digest.
McLaughlin, Pamela W.
Comparative Analysis
Computer Software
Costs
Databases
Input Output Devices
Optical Data Disks
Summative Evaluation
New Access Points to ERIC--CD-ROM Versions. ERIC Digest. McLaughlin, Pamela W. Comparative Analysis Computer Software Costs Databases Input Output Devices Optical Data Disks Summative Evaluation This digest reviews three CD-ROM (compact disc-read only memory) versions of the ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) database currently being delivered or tested and provides information for comparison. However, no attempt is made to recommend any one product. The advantages and disadvantages of the acquisition of CD-ROM databases are discussed, and the vendor address as well as a description of the database scope and information on software capabilities, hardware requirements, and any notable features are provided for the following products: (1) DIALOG OnDisc ERIC, produced by DIALOG Information Services, Inc.; (2) OCLC Search CD450 for Education, produced by the Online Computer Library Center; and (3) SilverPlatter ERIC, produced by SilverPlatter Information, Inc. In addition, a table presents a comparison of the current disc contents, archival disc contents, hardware, CD drives, and prices of the three products. (KM)
title New Access Points to ERIC--CD-ROM Versions. ERIC Digest.
topic Comparative Analysis
Computer Software
Costs
Databases
Input Output Devices
Optical Data Disks
Summative Evaluation
url https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED283533