Electronic Dissemination of Statistical Data
Abstract
This report is intended to aid managers in decision making about electronic dissemination of publicly available statistical data using electronic bulletin boards, faxes, e-mail, Internet and other public networks, diskettes, magnetic tape, and CD-ROM. These decisions include how to pursue new avenues of electronic dissemination of statistical data, how to operate an electronic dissemination service, how to prepare data for electronic dissemination, how to service the users, and what the costs and financing options are for electronic dissemination. The report includes recommended procedures for electronic dissemination of data e.g., suggestions on user charges and ideas for dissemination of survey concepts and measures of data quality as well as examples of current practice and near future plans of Federal statistical agencies in the area of electronic dissemination of statistical data.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1995
- Accession Number
- ADA337894