Review of Library Automation Systems

[Hank Epstein <MITINET@MACC.WISC.EDU>]

Several LM-Netters asked for information about various Library Automation
Systems such as Dynix, Follett, Winnebago, COMPanion, Columbia, MOLLI, etc.
There are excellent reviews of 28 different microcomputer Library Automation
Systems described in 2 volumes of Library Technology Reports (March/April 1993
and May/June 1993).  The reports are published by American Library
Association.  You may be able to find copies at a local public library or
college library.  You can also order these issues from ALA. (Tel:
800-545-2433).  I think each issue is about $35 - $45.

The report describes hardware requirements, features, prices, descriptions of
cataloging, circulation, online catalog, and performance.  An overall
assessment and a report card rating is also included.  I found these reports
to be very valuable.

Hank Epstein