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MultiLink--an intermediary system for multi-database access

G Wu1, H Ahlfeldt, O Wigertz

  • 1Department of Medical Informatics, Linköping University, Sweden.

Methods of Information in Medicine
|February 1, 1993
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MultiLink provides direct desktop access to remote bibliographic databases using client-server technology. This system enhances information retrieval by capturing search expertise for end-users.

Area of Science:

  • Information Science
  • Computer Science
  • Library Science

Background:

  • End-users often face challenges in accessing and retrieving bibliographic information from remote sources.
  • Existing systems may lack intelligent features to assist users in formulating effective search queries.
  • Integrating diverse bibliographic databases presents a significant technical hurdle.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and implement MultiLink, a desktop system for direct end-user access to remote bibliographic information.
  • To assist end-users in the information retrieval process by capturing search knowledge and expertise.
  • To provide seamless access to a wide range of regional, national, and international bibliographic resources.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a client-server system utilizing a campuswide network infrastructure.

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  • Implementation of intelligent interfaces to facilitate user interaction with bibliographic databases.
  • Integration of multiple dozens of diverse bibliographic databases into a unified system.

    • Main Results:

    • MultiLink enables direct end-user access to remote bibliographic information from their desktops.
    • The system effectively captures and utilizes search expertise to improve query formulation.
    • Users can access a broad spectrum of integrated regional, national, and international resources.

    Conclusions:

    • MultiLink successfully brings library services to the user's desktop, enhancing information accessibility.
    • The client-server architecture and intelligent interfaces are key to the system's effectiveness.
    • The integration of diverse databases empowers end-users with comprehensive bibliographic search capabilities.