A Directory of Computer Conferencing for Libraries

This book provides an introduction to the concept of computer based conferencing (here defined as interactive electronic communication among remote terminals on a specific topic). The book contains a survey of the major electronic conferencing software and a guide to the major conferencing systems available. Discussion includes electronic bulletin boards, online educational systems, electronic mail systems and public computer networks such as the Internet, Tymnet and Bitnet.
 
This book provides an introduction to the concept of computer based conferencing (here defined as interactive electronic communication among remote terminals on a specific topic). The book contains a survey of the major electronic conferencing software and a guide to the major conferencing systems available. Discussion includes electronic bulletin boards, online educational systems, electronic mail systems and public computer networks such as the Internet, Tymnet and Bitnet.