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Library Information Systems From Library Automation to Distributed Information Access Solutions
Book Code: LU0188
ISBN: 1-59158-018-8
ISBN-13: 978-1-59158-018-8
287 pages
Libraries Unlimited
Publication: 10/4/2002
List Price: $49.00 (UK Sterling Price: £27.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Paperback
Also Available: Hardcover
Trim Size: 7 x 10
Subjects: Reviews:
  • Library Information Systems provides a very good overview of library automation, includes lots of context for decision-making, and does an excellent job of carefully explaining technical terminology. ...this book is designed for use in a library and information science course. It would also be useful for a non-technical manager who assumes responsibilities for library information systems, or for the small library director seeking a broad context for information system decision-making.
    —Technical Services Quarterly
    V.21, no.2, 2003
  • [a]n outstanding basis for understanding library information systems (LIS), covering a broad scope of conditions and issues concerning the adoption of technologies by libraries....a definitive resource for decision makers to consider. Very Good.
    —The Shy Librarian
    Summer 2003
  • The glossary and definitions throughout the work provide a good core for learning to speak modern "libraryese."
    —Booklist
    June 1, 2003
Description: This book will be well placed on the shelves of the many libraries faced with the complexities that information technology developments bring to the library. Giving a useful overview of library systems-from their history to current trends in the technology and marketplace that serve libraries-this book includes coverage of telecommunications, standards, planning, managing technology in libraries, system selection, and more. Specifically designed for core units in library automation and information systems, this text gives students a comprehensive overview of one of the most critical areas of library operations, and enables them to take the lead in managing the complexities that information technology brings to the library. Giving important insight into library information systems-from their history to the latest technological trends and information about the marketplace that serves libraries-this book includes coverage of standards, planning, managing technology in libraries, system selection, an
Table of Contents:
  • PART I: THE BROADER CONTEXT
  • Chapter 1-The Evolution of LIS and Enabling Technologies
  • Chapter 2-The Library Information Systems Marketplace
  • PART II: THE TECHNOLOGIES
  • Chapter 3-Design of Library Information Systems
  • Chapter 4-Open Systems
  • Chapter 5-Telecommunications and Networks
  • Chapter 6-Standards and Standards Organizations
  • PART III: MANAGEMENT ISSUES
  • Chapter 7-Planning for Information Technology
  • Chapter 8-Basic Technology Axioms
  • Chapter 9-The Impact of Technology on Library Services
  • Chapter 10-System Selection and Implementation
  • Chapter 11-Usability of Systems
  • Chapter 12-Managing Library Information Systems
  • PART IV: FURTURE CONSIDERATIONS
  • Chapter 13-Technology Trends
  • Chapter 14-Digital Libraries
  • Conclusions
  • Glossary
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