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The Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology is the first work to map this ever-changing field. It is the most comprehensive, research-based encyclopedia consisting of contributions from over 900 noted researchers in over 50 countries. This five-volume encyclopedia includes more than 550 articles highlighting current concepts, issues and emerging technologies. These articles are enhanced by special attention that is paid to over 4,500 technical and managerial terms. These terms will each have a 5-50 word description that allow the users of this extensive research source to learn the language and terminology of the field. In addition, these volumes offer a thorough reference section with over 11,500 sources of information that can be accessed by scholars, students, and researchers in the field of information science and technology.
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Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology Volume I Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, D.B.A. Information Resources Management Association, USA IDEA GROUP REFERENCE Hershey London Melbourne Singapore Acquisitions Editor: Asst. Acquisitions Editor: Senior Managing Editor: Managing Editor: Development Editor: Copy Editors: Typesetters: Support Staff: Cover Design: Printed at: Mehdi Khosrow-Pour Renée Davies Jan Travers Amanda Appicello Michele Rossi Amanda Appicello, Elizabeth Arneson, Maria Boyer, Alana Bubnis, Jane Conley, Renée Davies, Lori Eby, Bernard J. Kieklak, Jr., Shanelle Ramelb, Sue VanderHook and Ingrid Widitz Sara Reed and Rachel Shepherd Corrina Chandler, Amanda Phillips, Michelle Potter, Marko Primorac, Jennifer Wetzel, Tara White, Chris Yura and Larissa Zearfoss Lisa Tosheff Yurchak Printing Inc. Published in the United States of America by Idea Group Reference (an imprint of Idea Group Inc.) 701 E. Chocolate Avenue, Suite 200 Hershey PA 17033 Tel: 717-533-