Electronic Libraries SGML Applications: background to project ELSA

Abstract

Project ELSA is examining the use of documents encoded in SGML (Standard Generalised Markup Language) for the delivery of information to library end users and to librarians acting as information intermediaries. A partnership of industry providers and an end user working together within the Third Framework of the CEC Libraries programme, is constructing a delivery system using SGML encoded journal articles which will be used to investigate technical issues and to examine the potential for offering new and improved services. The development of document delivery is discussed briefly followed by some background on SGML and comment on progress within the ELSA project. Some possible applications of such a system are discussed.

Citation

Adams, R.J. (1995), "Electronic Libraries SGML Applications: background to project ELSA", Program: electronic library and information systems, Vol. 29 No. 4, pp. 397-406. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb047208