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Information Services for Innovative Organizations
Type: Book
ISBN: 978-0-12465-030-5

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Publication date: 1 May 1995

Zoran Stjepanovic

Follows a presentation at a symposium in 1993 where the authors presented an experimental investigation on a fluttering membrane for use in a wind‐tunnel. Analyses the fluttering…

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Follows a presentation at a symposium in 1993 where the authors presented an experimental investigation on a fluttering membrane for use in a wind‐tunnel. Analyses the fluttering of an object by a theoretical method. Compares the experimental results with those of the theoretical and discusses their effectiveness. States that the present analysis is effective for approximate investigations.

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International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, vol. 7 no. 2/3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0955-6222

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Publication date: 1 June 2001

Laura Tull

Cloning software is now becoming quite popular in all types of libraries. Pricing is such that even smaller libraries can afford it. Cloning software basically takes an image of…

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Cloning software is now becoming quite popular in all types of libraries. Pricing is such that even smaller libraries can afford it. Cloning software basically takes an image of an entire hard drive and stores it on some kind of medium such as zip disks, compact disks, or a server’s hard drive. It can be used to roll out a group of new computers or as a backup system. It can be especially helpful to libraries that have limited staffing resources to devote to troubleshooting computer software problems. If a software problem occurs on a computer, it can basically be restored in a matter of minutes to the state it was in at the time the image was created. It is well worth the cost when purchasing computers in bulk for a new building or replacing a group of old computers. It is wise to consider a couple of things before going into the cloning business. First, design the images carefully. Second, create a method to track the images after they have been created. This article describes how cloning software can benefit a library as well as designing and tracking the images for most efficient usage.

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Library Hi Tech, vol. 19 no. 2
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0737-8831

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Publication date: 1 December 2001

Sun Sheng Han and Lan Yuan Lim

The main purpose of this study is to investigate the current usage of computers in Singapore’s property management companies. The findings confirm a paradox that in Singapore’s…

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The main purpose of this study is to investigate the current usage of computers in Singapore’s property management companies. The findings confirm a paradox that in Singapore’s property management companies, computer applications are lagging behind the advancement of computer hardware and software. Three reasons may explain the paradox. First, property management companies are dealing with a small portion of properties in Singapore where public housing estates dominate the property stock. Second, property management involves many personal touches in which computers are not helpful. Third, software packages developed in other parts of the world may not suit the need of property management tasks in Singapore.

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Property Management, vol. 19 no. 5
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0263-7472

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Publication date: 1 February 1995

Hooshang M. Beheshti and Joel K. Worley

The computer is probably the single greatest innovation of thetwentieth century. However, with all their awe‐inspiring capabilities,computers create a new set of problems. Seeks…

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The computer is probably the single greatest innovation of the twentieth century. However, with all their awe‐inspiring capabilities, computers create a new set of problems. Seeks to explore the problems of the automation and computer age. Begins by highlighting numerous corporate woes and failures. Analyses the reasons for the problems and failures and finally suggests possible solutions.

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Industrial Management & Data Systems, vol. 95 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0263-5577

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Publication date: 1 April 1986

Douglas E. Van Houweling

Information technology that cost a million dollars in 1950 will be available in the year 2000 for ten dollars. Developments in software, while not as much noticed, have been at…

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Information technology that cost a million dollars in 1950 will be available in the year 2000 for ten dollars. Developments in software, while not as much noticed, have been at least as remarkable as developments in computer hardware. The current and near‐term realities related to computing hardware, communication technology, storage technology, software, and the human‐computer interface are described and placed in context.

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Library Hi Tech, vol. 4 no. 4
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0737-8831

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Publication date: 1 March 1989

Walt Crawford

Do personal computers make sense? Do the benefits outweigh the costs? That's something you need to determine before you buy a computer (or add to your existing supply). A few…

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Do personal computers make sense? Do the benefits outweigh the costs? That's something you need to determine before you buy a computer (or add to your existing supply). A few years ago, many organizations underestimated the costs of computers and overestimated their benefits. Now, the prevailing wisdom may be going too far in the other direction. Our trailing‐edge skeptic notes some of the absurd projections of earlier years, showing the simple math that undermined the business plans. Going on to discuss some reasons why earlier cost‐benefit equations were seriously off in one direction, he proceeds to the current situation. Finally, notes from the literature cover four months (December 1988 through March 1989) with few startling developments but many worthwhile articles and reviews.

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Library Hi Tech, vol. 7 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0737-8831

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Publication date: 1 June 1992

Emdad H. Khan and Golam M. Khan

Presents some findings about information processing withmicrocomputers by small firms in Bahrain. Identifies the usualapplication areas as well as the packaged software commonly…

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Presents some findings about information processing with microcomputers by small firms in Bahrain. Identifies the usual application areas as well as the packaged software commonly used by these firms. The findings indicate that small business computer applications in Bahrain approximately conform with the results observed in similar studies conducted in Western countries.

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Industrial Management & Data Systems, vol. 92 no. 6
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0263-5577

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Publication date: 1 January 1993

Ugur Yavas and Mahmoud Yasin

Examines the computing environment in Saudi Arabia. Studiestrichotomy of Saudi organizations. After profiling these organizations,investigating reasons behind their…

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Examines the computing environment in Saudi Arabia. Studies trichotomy of Saudi organizations. After profiling these organizations, investigating reasons behind their computerization and determining their future computerization plans, the study offers pointers for action to facilitate the computerization process among organizations in this Arabian Gulf country.

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Information Management & Computer Security, vol. 1 no. 1
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0968-5227

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Publication date: 1 May 1990

Nancy M. Stanley

Endeavours to provide assistance to librarians and supportpersonnel in resolving computer problems. Lists the steps to follow whentroubleshooting a problem or when diagnosing a…

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Endeavours to provide assistance to librarians and support personnel in resolving computer problems. Lists the steps to follow when troubleshooting a problem or when diagnosing a ′READ′ error.

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OCLC Micro, vol. 6 no. 5
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 8756-5196

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