CD‐ROM Dsk Selection And Evaluation
- 1 February 1990
- journal article
- Published by Emerald Publishing in Reference Services Review
- Vol. 18 (2) , 27-44
- https://doi.org/10.1108/eb049091
Abstract
The selection and evaluation of CD‐ROM disks are important steps in the planning of a CD‐ROM facility. The choice of databases depends upon, among other factors, the objectives of the library, the projected use of each disk, and financial considerations. In this article we review the literature that deals with these matters. We begin with what is available on disk selection, via both printed directories and in the journals. We next discuss reported methods of disk evaluation. Finally, we cover existing reviews of various CD‐ROM products.Keywords
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