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• Cataloging
• Managing Print and Digital Collections
• Resource Sharing
• Other Resources
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Cataloging

• CatExpress
  An easy to use, Web-based copy cataloging interface designed especially for small to medium size libraries. This page also contains resources for current CatExpress users.
• Connexion
  OCLC's flagship cataloging service, providing built-in access to WorldCat, the world's largest bibliographic database. This page also contains resources for current Connexion users.
• eSerials Holdings Service
  Automatically set and maintain your eSerials holdings in WorldCat.
• Linking WorldCat to your Library Catalog
  This 12-minute tutorial will teach you how to set up "deep linking" so that your users on the Web can find your library. (NOTE: You will need the Macromedia Flash Player to view this tutorial).
• Macros for Connexion Client
  Browse support resources for using macros; this page includes FAQ's, information about upcoming workshops, handouts and links to OCLC's macro support information.
• Statistics for OCLC Cataloging
  Learn how to access your OCLC cataloging statistics.
• WebDewey
  Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system on the Web.

Managing Print and Digital Collections

• CONTENTdm
  A content management system for digital collections.
• Digital Archive
  Long-term storage for digital information.
• WorldCat Collection Analysis
  Online tools for collection management.

Resource Sharing

• ILLiad
  Resource sharing management software that automates routine interlibrary loan functions.
• Setting Up Deflection in the OCLC ILL Policies Directory
  Learn how to create a deflection policy by viewing this 30-minute tutorial (NOTE: You will need the Macromedia Flash Player to view this tutorial).
• Statistics for WorldCat Resource Sharing
  Learn how to access your OCLC interlibrary loan statistics.

Other Resources

• WebJunction
  An online community dedicated to emerging technology and training needs of library staff.

New and featured links to information about OCLC products and services.

• Linking WorldCat to your Library Catalog
• eSerials Holdings Service
• Setting Up Deflection in the OCLC ILL Policies Directory
• Introduction to OCLC Statistics
• Macros for Connexion Client