Re: TARGET:TECH:CD-ROM vs Web Access

[rich tabis <tabis@infonline.net>]

Dear Colleagues,
        I am considering changing a couple of my electronic databases from
CD-ROM to access through the Web (namely SIRS Researcher and Discoverer
and H.W. Wilson Current Biographies).    I mentioned this to my Tech
Director and he questioned the speed of accessing the two types.  He
feels that, despite the convenience of the WEB, the CD's may work
faster.  Has anyone had any experience with this?  Also, has anyone
tried the new Wilson Biographies either on CD or the Web that combines
100 of those print Wilson ref. bio's into one source?  I have been using
Current Biographies 1940-to date on CD, but this new one sounds great.
Thanks for all your help.  It is so nice to be able to consult with
others before ordering!  (Please respond directly to me.)

Lois Tabis
Librarian
Sharpsville HS
Sharpsville, PA
tabis@infonline.net

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