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Obstacles to Information Technology Transfer to the Third World
R.M. MwinyimbeguConsiders the factors hindering the transfer of informationtechnology and subsequent automation of information management systemsin developing countries. The same inhibiting…
Availability and Use of Information Technologies in Nigerian University Libraries
F.P. AbifarinReports a questionnaire survey which identifies informationtechnology presently available within Nigerian University Libraries. Thesurvey also examines the use of IT and benefits…
An Overview of Information Systems in Kenya
Cephas OdiniGives an overview of information and library systems in adeveloping African nation, Kenya. Highlights the prevailing localconditions. Discusses the national library system with…
The Impact of the Use of Microcomputers on the University of Ghana Library
Edwin Ellis BaduReports a questionnaire survey which attempted to identify thesignificant elements in the impact of the use of microcomputers on thework patterns affecting staff and users in the…
Managing Automation in Developing Countries: A Current View
Henry L. MamboOutlines the advantages of automating libraries in developingcountries and considers the problems relating specifically to finance,technology and management. Notes reliance on…
Special Libraries and Documentation Centres in Ethiopia
Leulseged AlemieReviews special libraries and documentation centres in Ethiopia interms of their infrastructure, bookstock, financial resources,organization and use of facilities and impact on…
The Administration of Libraries and Documentation Centres in Botswana: A Review
A.P.N. ThapisaDiscusses the full range of library services in Botswana and publicservices, including village reading rooms and book box services. Theinformation activities of the Botswana…