Information Technology Applications In Libraries
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Author | : P. Venkata Ramana |
Publisher | : Ess Ess Publication |
Total Pages | : 338 |
Release | : 2004-04 |
Genre | : Computers |
ISBN | : 9788170003823 |
"This book provides an overview of IT and also an excellent review of the global as well as the national scenario of the current trends in IT applications in libraries. It presents detailed information about the impact of IT on library operations, information services, staff and end users. It discusses the key factors in strategic technology planning and strategies for managing technological change in libraries."
Author | : P. Venkata Ramana |
Publisher | : Ess Ess Publication |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2013 |
Genre | : Libraries |
ISBN | : 9788170006985 |
Information Technology (IT) plays a vital role in today's global knowledge economy. It has proved to be a great boon for the modern society. The impact of IT is enormous and global in its magnitude, direction, pervasiveness, and usefulness. IT has become an integral part of all aspects of library management, profoundly affecting all library operations, information resources, services, staff skills requirement, and users' expectations. IT has virtually unlimited potential for a variety of useful applications in libraries, as it significantly contributes to improved quality, increased productivity, more efficient operations, better resource sharing, and more effective services to users. The success of a modern library is increasingly dependent on the most effective utilization and strategic management of innovative digital technologies in libraries. This book provides a brief overview of different components of IT. It covers the current trends in IT applications in libraries in India, as well as globally. The strategies for managing technological changes in libraries and the IT skills required for library professionals in managing libraries in digital environment are also discussed in detail.
Author | : Jonathan M. Smith |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 219 |
Release | : 2021-03-25 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 1538121018 |
This comprehensive primer introduces information technology topics foundational to many services offered in today’s libraries and information centers. Written by a librarian, it clearly explains concepts familiar to the I.T. professional with an eye toward practical applications in libraries for the aspiring technologist. Chapters begin with a basic introduction to a major topic then go into enough technical detail of relevant technologies to be useful to the student preparing for library technology and systems work or the professional needing to converse effectively with technology experts. Many chapters also present current issues or trends for the subject matter being discussed. The twelve chapters cover major topics such as technology support, computer hardware, networking, server administration, information security, web development, software and systems development, emerging technology, library management technologies, and technology planning. Each chapter also includes a set of pedagogical features for use with instruction including: Chapter summary List of key terms End of chapter question set Suggested activities Bibliography for further reading List of web resources Those who will find this book useful include library & information science students, librarians new to systems or information technology responsibilities, and library managers desiring a primer on information technology.
Author | : |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 778 |
Release | : 1986 |
Genre | : Electronic journals |
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Author | : Ashok Kumar Sahu |
Publisher | : Ess Ess Publication |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2016 |
Genre | : Libraries |
ISBN | : 9788170008163 |
The rapid advances in information technology, combined with accelerating developments in computer technology offer tremendous opportunities in the field of information management. These developments have made it possible for users to access a wide variety of electronic information resources across the globe easily, instantaneously, and economically. Worldwide libraries have been exploring new technologies for providing better and faster access to these vast information resources. Information technology has provided better solutions to achieve a greater level of efficiency, productivity, and excellence in libraries. Application of IT in libraries has become inevitable in an era of widespread use of digital information resources. The impact of information technology is enormous and global in its magnitude. It has become an integral part of all aspects of the library, and it has had a profound impact on library operations, information resources, services, skill requirements of the library staff and users expectations. Information technology has virtually unlimited potential for a variety of useful applications in libraries as it significantly contributes to the improved quality, increased productivity, efficient operations, better resource sharing, and more effective services to the users. This book will help library professionals to better understand how to implement information technology with appropriate planning. It will be a valuable resource for librarians, academics, professionals, students, and researchers. This book is for those libraries which are interested in modernizing their libraries to better provide quality library services to their users. [Subject: Library Science, Information Technology]
Author | : Holland, Barbara |
Publisher | : IGI Global |
Total Pages | : 362 |
Release | : 2024-02-14 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : |
In the ever-evolving landscape of information technology within library and information science, scholars often find themselves navigating a complex web of diverse research areas. The broad spectrum of topics, ranging from digital libraries to artificial intelligence, poses a significant challenge for academic scholars seeking a comprehensive understanding of the field's intricacies. The absence of a consolidated resource tailored to the specific needs of graduate students, professors, and practitioners further exacerbates this issue. Multidisciplinary Approach to Information Technology in Library and Information Science addresses the pressing challenges faced by scholars in the realm of library and information science. This reference handbook serves as a beacon, illuminating the multifaceted interactions and impacts of technologies on information resources. This book delves into the ethical, legal, and social implications of information technology across diverse contexts – libraries, information centers, archives, museums, education, business, government, and healthcare.
Author | : Kimberly Bolan |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 228 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 0838909205 |
Provides information on implementing technology services in a small or medium-sized library.
Author | : Frederick Wilfrid Lancaster |
Publisher | : Information Today, Inc. |
Total Pages | : 232 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Computers |
ISBN | : 9781573871037 |
Limiting the scope of the study to currently operating artificial intelligence (AI) systems, Lancaster (library and information science, U. of Illinois) and Warner (Thesaurus Design Specialist, Argus Associates, Inc.) offer advice on what AI services can be applied to library and information services and speculate on what may become applicable in the near future. Among the applications discussed are cataloging, subject indexing, reference services, intelligent text processing, data mining, help desks, critiquing systems, speech technology, and computer vision. c. Book News Inc.
Author | : Michael Casey |
Publisher | : Department of Library and Information Studies University College Dublin |
Total Pages | : 76 |
Release | : 1991 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
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Author | : Thomas C. Wilson |
Publisher | : American Library Association |
Total Pages | : 216 |
Release | : 1998-08 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 9780838907405 |
Guided by the editorial support of colleagues in the Library and Information Technology Association (LITA), author Tom Wilson, head of systems at University of Houston Libraries, demystifies this critical specialty. In clear nontechnical language, Wilson answers the befuddling question, What is a systems librarian? Wilson lays no claim to the one right answer. Instead, The Systems Librarian: Designing Roles, Defining Skills will lead you in formulating your own answer, which is the first step to making sound decisions.