Optical Disks Vs. MicrographicsA detailed comparison between optical disks and micrographics for the storage and retrieval of documents, emphasizing the factors that limit one or the other in specific applications. Surveys the published opinions about the relative value of the two technologies; provides a point-by-point comparison of features; and discusses such topics as computer output laser disk and CD- ROM. Revised from the 1988 edition. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR |
Contents
Competitive Relationship Between ReadOnly Optical Disks and Micrographics | 3 |
Electronic Document Imaging vs CAR Systems | 9 |
Scanner Speed Equivalents | 20 |
Copyright | |
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