Showing papers in "Computers in libraries in 2004"

Keep those Web skills current

Abstract: We must keep a firm grounding in the technologies that drive digital library development, even though they are changing fast.

Considering open source software

Abstract: An open source software automation project must be carefully planned and thoroughly researched before implementation...

Promoting Geographic Information System Usage across Campus.

Abstract: Setting up a geographic information system (GIS) lab was the easy part for a pair of librarians at Weber State University (Utah). The bigger challenge has been going to each department, talking with faculty members, and proving the value of GIS for each discipline via face time, demos, and workshops.

The helping you buy series: Comparing competing library technology products: Your guide to vendor product facts. October: OpenURL Link Resolvers

Abstract: L'OpenURL link resolver, ou serveur de lien, est l'un des plus populaires mecanismes de lien vers les ressources dans les bibliotheques. L'article compare onze vendeurs et leurs produits de liens : EBSCO et LinkSource ; Endeavor Information Systems et LinkFinderPlus ; ExLibris et SFX ; Fretwell-Downing Informatics et OL2 ; Geac et VLink ; Innovative Interfaces, Inc. et WebBridge ; Openly Informatics et 1Cate ; Ovid Technologies et LinkSolver ; Serials Solutions et Article Linker ; Sirsi Corp. et Sirsi Resolver ; TDNet et TOUR.

I've Gathered a Basket of COMMUNICATION and COLLABORATION TOOLS

Abstract: There's a bushel of communication and collaboration tools to choose from these days. Unsure of which to pick? This academic librarian scanned the field, tested many of them, and implemented wikis, blogs, forums, and more. Here she shares her juicy tidbits to help you pick your own basket of tools.

Maximizing Library Storage with High-Tech Robotic Shelving.

Abstract: When a serious need for more book storage coincided with the design phase for a new building, these university librarians were able to buy an automated storage and retrieval system. Here they share the challenges and joys of preparing 300,000 volumes so they could be accessed by machines forevermore.

BILINGUAL VIRTUAL REFERENCE: It's Better Than Searching the Open Web

Abstract: Effectuez-vous des recherches en francais ? A Canadian system librarian outlines bilingual VR (Virtual Reference) planning and deployment considerations and relates what he went through while trying to set up a French/English VR system. He also offers tips on selecting an optimal software package to support such a service.

Turning patrons into partners when choosing an integrated library system

Abstract: During the lengthy process of choosing a a new ILS (integrated library system), many players are involved: systems staff, directors, deans, vendors, sales reps, and consultants Still, there's another team that you might want to bring into the process - your users Can students and faculty members really be helpful in making such a big technical and financial decision? It's already been done, and we tell you how

Essential elements of a library Web site

Abstract: Il est essentiel que le site Web d'une bibliotheques dispose d'une URL (Uniform Resource Locator) simple et aisement memorisable. Le site doit egalement offrir la possibilite de contacter le personnel par courrier electronique et comporter des informations de base telles que le nom officiel de la bibliotheque, son adresse postale complete ou encore les horaires d'ouverture. A contrario, animations flash, fonds sonores et transitions avec effets speciaux sont plutot a eviter.

How We Treated Our Clients' Need for Remote Access through a Single Interface.

Abstract: To aid off-site patrons (including medical personnel who at times can't leave the hospital), staff at the Galter Health Sciences Library in Chicago created a system where users log in once and have access to all of the library's electronic resources and services.

The Trend Toward Outsourcing the ILS: Recognizing the Benefits of Shared Systems

Abstract: Au moment de s'automatiser, les bibliotheques sont de plus en plus nombreuses a opter pour l'implementation d'un systeme partage au sein d'un consortium ou via un arrangement d'ASP (Application Service Provider). Elles conservent un certain degre de controle, realisent des economies, disposent de davantage de fonctionnalites, voient baisser les couts de soutien technique, peuvent choisir des solutions hybrides et beneficient du partage des ressources. La question est de trouver les bons partenaires.

2 Critical Stages for a Successful ILS Migration: System Profiling and Data Conversion.

Abstract: There are many important steps to complete when you're changing over to a new integrated library system. This author has chosen two that she believes are the most crucial, and here she tells you what to consider and what to watch out for as you go through those two stages of a migration.

Information professionals stay free in the MarcEdit metadata suite

Abstract: If you're looking for a set of tools that will help you with MARC (MAchine Readable Cataloguing) coding and conversion, you should check into the MarcEdit suite. Its creator has built in many useful features, and, best of all, everything is free.

How Homeland Security Affects Spatial Information.

Abstract: Interestingly, most of the spatial data that has been withdrawn by government agencies is available from other agencies or from the private sector.

Building an OpenURL Resolver in Your Own Workshop.

Abstract: OpenURL's popularity is growing rapidly. If you want to understand the concept better, you can learn from this author, who not only studied the details but also built his own OpenURL resolver.

Deciding which trade-offs are acceptable

Abstract: There are no perfect answers for the questions on intellectual freedom versus filtering or security versus privacy, since every solution involves a trade-off.

Convergence of interlibrary loan and local collections

Abstract: Les developpements du pret interbibliotheque (PIB) en ligne sont le lieu d'une convergence entre les processus techniques traditionnels et la fourniture de documents en texte integral. Deux tendances emergent : la possibilite d'envoyer un super formulaire de requete a partir du catalogue, y compris avec des donnees de depart minimales ; la possibilite de faire fusionner les requetes d'emprunt pour les ressources imprimees avec des liens par IP (Internet Protocol) vers les ressources en ligne. Enfin, ces nouvelles generations de formulaires de PIB sur le Web permettent d'ameliorer les aptitudes de l'utilisateur a la recherche d'information.

Being Organic Gives Reference Librarians the Edge over Computers

Abstract: Dans la competition avec les systemes electroniques, le service de reference et l'aspect humain et relationnel du travail des bibliothecaires constituent un avantage. Sans etre meilleurs que les ordinateurs, les bibliothecaires savent utiliser toutes les ressources, y compris les relations interpersonnelles, sans dependre d'un type de media particulier. Mais ils doivent constamment promouvoir leur services face aux preneurs de decisions.

Where does that electronic resource fit on the library Web page

Abstract: There are many multipurpose resources that could fit into various sections of your Web site. So, where should you place them to ensure that patrons' logic can find them? The answer might be simple: Don't choose one spot: out them everywhere.

Branding helped to promote our library and its technology

Abstract: The PR (Public Relations) coordinator for the St. Paul Public Library and its Friends group recounts an identity makeover undertaken during the library's recent renovation. The program's goals were standardizing the system's brand across its 12 branches and launching a new, nontraditional public image to coincide with the Grand Reopening of the Central Library.

Creating an internal content management system

Abstract: Don't want to buy a content management system (CMS) that might be pricey or complicated? Then build your own! With some programming expertise and a little perseverance, you can customize your own CMS to fit your unique needs

Know how to integrate services to make libraries easier to use

Abstract: As the saying goes, it's not what you know, but who you know. But in this case, it really is what you know about integrating systems that matters, if you want your patrons to be able to use them more easily. Don't know how? This feature will point the way!

An Overview of Public Access Computer Software Management Tools for Libraries

Abstract: Authors of articles published in Information Today Inc. periodicals, including Computers in Libraries magazine, may deposit copies of their work in their institution's repository 90 days after publication.

The helping you buy series: Comparing competing library technology products: Your guide to vendor product facts

Abstract: L'identification des livres de bibliotheques par RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) apporte une amelioration sensible par rapport au systeme de codes barres, tant pour les operations d'inventaire que pour la securite des collections. Son cout et la crainte du non respect de la vie privee, toutefois, limitent encore l'utilisation de cette technologie. Certaines de ses fonctionnalites sont en passe de devenir des normes dans les systemes proposes par six vendeurs et compares ici par l'A.

It's time to prove our mettle

Abstract: Les bibliotheques et les normes de la profession repondent a un besoin. Mais a l'heure de l'internet, qu'elles soient publiques ou academiques, elles doivent demontrer et quantifier de facon strategique leur impact benefique pour la communaute. Des sites Web peuvent les y aider, comme WebJunction ou encore certains sites voues a l'etude de l'impact de bibliotheque scolaires.

Delivering Access to Library Materials and Services: Our Recipe for Success.

Abstract: Staff members at the Northern Michigan University Olson Library have expanded their recipe for Basic Vanilla Version for Library Materials Access to include a catering service (wired access over the Internet), an outdoor cafe (wireless access), and cooking classes (a chat reference service and online course guides).