Potential contribution of CD-ROM technology to libraries of educational institutions in Malaysia

• Main Author: Wan Dollah, Wan Ab Kadir
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: University of Malaya Library 1995
• Subjects: Z Bibliography. Library Science. Information Resources; Libraries; Collections
• Online Access: http://eprints.um.edu.my/15909/1/0001.pdf; http://eprints.um.edu.my/15909/; http://www.umlib.um.edu.my
• Institution: Universiti Malaya

In this article the author attempts to clarify the concept of CD-ROM. CD-ROM as an optical information system is not only capable of extending the scope of information in the library, but it can also be regarded as a teaching and learning tool based on sophisticated technology. The author discusses some learning characteristics of CD-ROM and how this technology can be utilised. The article also outlines the management implications when this technology is being introduced.