What is Z39.50?

• An American National Standard

  • Z39.50 means it was developed by NISO

  • Z39.50 means it was the 50th standard approved by NISO

• Z39.50 is a set of specifications, procedures, and structures for computer communication.

• Z39.50 allows users to search one or more databases from a single interface

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