Data Research Associates, vendor of the ATLAS turnkey automated library system, has incorporated the DEC VAX 8600 computer into its product line. The 8600 has the capacity to support up to 512 terminals and systems may be configured with multiple linked processors. DRA is targeting systems configured on the 8600 at universities and large public libraries.
The company has also announced the availability of inexpensive online access to the LC MARC data base for its clients. DRANET—the service through which such access is provided—is also a networking service for libraries with DRA installations.
[Contact: Data Research Associates, Inc. 9270 Olive Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63132; 3276 (800) 325-0888.]
