Implementation Models

There are several models for running a Z39.50 service across national services

WWW

server

Z39.50

Gateway

Information service providers run Z39.50 and WWW gateway software

Z39.50Server

WWW/Z39.50

Gateway

WWW-Z39.50 gateways provided:(a) nationally (b) distributed (organisations/regions)

Clients:

• Dedicated Z39.50 clients may be used
• Java Z39.50 clients may be used
• Web browsers may be used

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