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Archives and the computer

  • 2nd Edition - January 23, 1986
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Michael J. Cook
  • Language: English

Archives and the Computer deals with the use of the computer and its systems and programs in archiving data and other related materials. The book covers topics such as the scope… Read more

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Description

Archives and the Computer deals with the use of the computer and its systems and programs in archiving data and other related materials. The book covers topics such as the scope of automated systems in archives; systems for records management, archival description, and retrieval; and machine-readable archives. The selection also features examples of archives from different institutions such as the University of Liverpool, Berkshire County Record Office, and the National Maritime Museum.The text is recommended for archivists who would like to know more about the use of computers in archiving of records and other related information.

Table of contents

ContentsList of IllustrationsChapter 1 Computer Systems Chapter 2 Systems For Records ManagementChapter 3 Systems For Archival Description, Retrieval and Management Chapter 4 Machine-Readable Archives Glossary of Technical Terms Appendices A Select Directory Of Archival Systems B Guidelines For Selection Of Machine-Readable And Related Records For Permanent Preservation C Access To Files In The Machine-Readable Archives Notes And References Select BibliographyIndex

Product details

  • Edition: 2
  • Latest edition
  • Published: January 23, 1986
  • Language: English

About the author

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Michael J. Cook

Affiliations and expertise
Deputy Head of Education and Development, East of Englan Strategic Health Authority, East of England Multi-Professional Deanery, Cambridge, UK

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