From the first Milne Library InfoBits Newsletter, Spring 2004:
“In January, Milne Library unveiled a new, user-friendly version of its library catalog, GLOCAT, replacing both the previous web-based version and the Telnet version.
Access is easy from the library’s homepage (http://library.geneseo.edu/) or directly at http://westaleph.sunyconnect.suny.edu:4420/ALEPH/.
Some of GLOCAT’s new features include:
— Basic and advanced search options. The basic option allows keyword searching (anywhere, or in title, author or subject fields) as well as browsing alphabetically through subject headings, titles, authors, etc., an activity similar to looking through a card catalog drawer(remember that?) The advanced search option lets users search for words or terms in any of eleven fields and in various combinations to get very specific results. It also offers dozens of limit options, including by collection,
document type, language and year.
— A Bookbag feature for saving marked titles. Users can create lists of only those items they want and weed out the rest.
— A Search History feature that allows for viewing and “remixing” search statements. It can be a powerful aid in optimal record retrieval.
— Plus more features to be added in 2004.Geneseo became the 33rd SUNY campus to use this new library management system. Developed by the ExLibris group, the ALEPH 500 system will eventually be installed at all 64 SUNY campuses as part of the SUNYConnect project. It will then be much easier for users to identify and borrow library materials from any SUNY library. If you would like additional information, feel free to stop in or call the Reference Desk (245-5595) any time.”