In an automated environment library managers are paying close attention to production goals. At the same time, the bibliographic records in online databases should reflect accurately the library's holdings. Automation can be introduced as part of a strategic plan based on a user-centred philosophy of information provision rather than on an ad hoc basis, thus disruption and the adverse effects on staff. This book encompasses vital information on a number of important topics like- introduction; local area network; CD-Rom network; wide information service; library and information science; technologies for cataloguing; automated bibliographic databases; cataloguing department perspectives; management of automated cataloguing; the information server library; system migration; integrated library system etc. The rich information contained herein will equip the readers with latest knowledge in the field.