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----------------------------Original message---------------------------- Hi Matthew, Our library has also been exploring databases and programs and will likely purchase the CASPR system "Library World" within the next few months. The system was recommened to me by some local librarians who use it in a private school, and by others who responded to a post I did on the "Solo Librarians" (SLA) listserv. The system is available for Windows and Mac (I'd also suggest that you head in the Windows direction) and allows for cataloging (MARC format), circulation, serials control, acquisitons, etc. One part takes care of your in-house library functions; another provides an easy-to-use interface that allows your users to search the catalog. The entire system is integrated--some of the other systems we looked at required the purchase of "modules"--$$$! I saw a demo of the most recent version at ALA and was impressed--it seemed to answer our needs at a reasonable price. The only criticism I would have is minor--the user interface is "friendly" to the point that the graphics seem perhaps more appropriate for a school library than our research library. Feel free to e-mail me with any questions. Laura Rose, Librarian National Sporting Library Middleburg, VA [log in to unmask]