Short Communication The New Information Retrieval Media and the Next Millennium: Some Challenges for Nigeria Libraries

Abstract

The medium for retrieving information is changing fast. First from the manual method, then to the use of computer software's, retrieval is now made from full-text and on-line databases. This paper discusses the transition to these new information retrieval media and the challenges for Nigeria libraries to adopt the two key elements that propel it - computers and Telecommunication facilities.


(African Journal of Library, Archives and Information Science: 2000 10 (1): 75-78)