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A general UNIX interface for biocomputing and network information retrieval software

B K Kiong1, T W Tan

  • 1Department of Information Systems and Computer Science, National University of Singapore.

Computer Applications in the Biosciences : CABIOS
|October 1, 1993
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HYBROW is a UNIX program that integrates biocomputing software using hypertext links. It offers customizable interfaces for users and easy maintenance for system managers, enhancing UNIX operating system usability.

Area of Science:

  • Bioinformatics
  • Computational Biology
  • Software Engineering

Background:

  • Biocomputing and network information retrieval on UNIX systems often require complex integration of diverse software.
  • A need exists for user-friendly interfaces that simplify access to these tools for both novice and expert users.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce HYBROW, a UNIX program designed to seamlessly integrate various biocomputing and network information retrieval software.
  • To demonstrate how HYBROW's hypertext-like linking system can create customizable and dynamic user interfaces.

Main Methods:

  • Developed HYBROW in C language, utilizing UNIX curses and termcap libraries.
  • Implemented five basic link types: file, execute-only, execute-display, directory-browse, and field-filling.

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  • Integrated HYBROW with ASCII files containing embedded hypertext-like links.

    • Main Results:

    • HYBROW successfully integrates a wide range of UNIX biocomputing and network information retrieval software without modification.
    • The program allows for the creation of dynamic menus, hypertext documents, and the invocation of shell scripts and new programs.
    • Users can customize interfaces, and system managers benefit from easy maintenance and user assistance.

    Conclusions:

    • HYBROW provides an accessible and customizable interface for UNIX biocomputing environments.
    • The program simplifies the use of complex bioinformatics tools, benefiting both individual users and system administrators.
    • HYBROW is freely available, promoting wider adoption and accessibility in the scientific community.