The Kent Library Automated Circulation System (KLACS)

Abstract

In October 1976 the University of Kent at Canterbury Library implemented an on‐line circulation control system. Based on an Interdata 74 mini computer and using Plessey light pens, a Pertec VDU and a teletype, the system (KLACS) operates for 84 hours a week. The system was designed to include all the features available under the manual system together with the automatic production of lists, recall notices and statistical data. The file specification and the input/output facilities are described in detail.

Citation

Flavell, P.J. and Saunders, R.C. (1978), "The Kent Library Automated Circulation System (KLACS)", Program: electronic library and information systems, Vol. 12 No. 3, pp. 111-124. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb046778