The Network of Networks Project: electronic communications and CD‐ROM data storage: some challenges for information delivery
Abstract
Describes the Network of Networks project in Latin America, the objective of which is to improve access by the end‐user to existing information resources through an integrated approach to network support and development. Discusses its experiments with various information technologies including electronic communications, through AlterNex/Internet. Describes the use of electronic conferences to co‐ordinate and discuss information services and product delivery, co‐operative CD‐ROM production, marketing and information management. Anticipates the future use of CD‐ROM for full‐text document delivery.
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Citation
Ciurlizza, A. (1996), "The Network of Networks Project: electronic communications and CD‐ROM data storage: some challenges for information delivery", New Library World, Vol. 97 No. 2, pp. 19-23. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074809610110136
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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