Word: computerization
(lookup in dictionary)
(lookup stats)
Dates: all
Sort By: most recent first
(reverse)
Moreover, he said, the computer can put thousands of books in alphabetical order in a few minutes. Although these tasks can be done manually, the cost without computers would be tremendous.
The special use of the computer, DeGennaro explained, is that once the present books are programmed, all new books can be added merely by typing out a new IBM card. Since the computer automatically puts the books under its proper heading, the pamphlets can easily be kept up to date...
Widener Library is using an I B M computer to provide the Faculty with a series of pamphlets enabling them, without leaving their offices, to look up quickly all Widener books on a certain topic.
In the past, people supported by financial research grants or company contracts have borne a proportionately greater share of computer costs than have "unsupported" users, who have only been charged the cost of supplies.
Per-hour computer prices are divided into two parts: first, the "hardware cost," which is the actual rental fee for the machine itself; and second, the cost of supplies, including electricity, personnel salaries, paper, and magnetic tape.