Brief Communication " ' The impact of electronic journals on library functions

Examines how electronic journals are increasing the demands on library collection development, access, and ownership of electronic information. Presents collection development scenarios that address the effects of technology on library processes, and raises some technical and social issues created b...

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Published in:Journal of information science 1995, Vol.21 (5), p.396-401
Main Authors: von Ungern-Sternberg, Sara, Lindquist, Mats G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Access to Information
Electronic Journals
Electronic Publishing
Futures (of Society)
Library Collection Development
Library Technical Processes
Ownership
Publishing Industry
Scenarios
Scientific and Technical Information
Social Problems
Technological Advancement
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Summary:Examines how electronic journals are increasing the demands on library collection development, access, and ownership of electronic information. Presents collection development scenarios that address the effects of technology on library processes, and raises some technical and social issues created by electronic information. Also discusses the impact of electronic journals on scientific publishers. (JMV)
ISSN:0165-5515
1741-6485
DOI:10.1177/016555159502100507