Prospects and problems of microforms in libraries

摘要

Describes how microforms have become inevitable recording media. Defines microform, explains popular types of microforms, concepts and terminologies relating to micrographics, examines the positive roles of microforms, enumerates opportunities and threats posed by microforms, provides a representative list of sources for selection of microform literature and finally emphasises systems approach in designing a "micrographics unit" for a library.