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Library Information Systems From Library Automation to Distributed Information Access Solutions

Thomas R. Kochtanek, Joseph R. Matthews

Book Code: LU0188

ISBN: 1-59158-018-8

ISBN-13: 978-1-59158-018-8

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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

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Series Title: Library and Information Science Text Series

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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