Methods of Randomization of Large Files with High Volatility

Key-to-address conversion algorithms which have been used for a large, direct access file are compared with respect to record density and access time. Cumulative distribution functions are plotted to demonstrate the distribution of addresses generated by each method. The long-standing practice of co...

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Main Authors: Patrick C. Mitchell, Thomas K. Burgess
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: American Library Association 1970-03-01
Series:Information Technology and Libraries
Online Access:https://ejournals.bc.edu/ojs/index.php/ital/article/view/5128