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Library technology

1. DigiCULT Study
2. Library Automation Systems
3. Open Source Option
4. TechWatch: Technology and Standards Watch

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DigiCULT Study

Provides details of an EU funded study which aims to help Europe's libraries, archives, and museums to face challenges posed by technological developments within the digital age. Outlines the three main phases of the project, defined as fact finding, expert opinion, and analysis, interpretation and recommendation, along with progress to date.
     Author: DigiCULT
     Subjects: archives, european libraries, european museums, library technology
     DeweyClass: 025.0
     Resource type: documents

Library Automation Systems

MLS were established in 1981 with the aim of developing high specification library automation systems, mainly for schools and colleges.
     Author: CurriculumOnline
     Subjects: library management, library systems, library technology
     DeweyClass: 025.0
     Resource type: productinfo

Open Source Option

Discusses the use of Open Source software in libraries and assesses the pros and cons of such technology. Offers guidelines for librarians to use when considering whether it is appropriate to implement an open source solution over a commercial alternative.
     Author: Cervone, Frank
     Subjects: library technology
     DeweyClass: 025.0
     Resource type: article

TechWatch: Technology and Standards Watch

Helps keep track of developments in information and communications technologies that might have high impact on the core business of future further and higher education.
     Author: JISC
     Subjects: library systems, library technology
     DeweyClass: 025.0
     Resource type: jisc service