Title: Libraries : managing licences for digital resources : a practical guide /
Authors: McDonald, Ian, 1960 July 20-; Australian Copyright Council
Publisher: Australian Copyright Council,
Year: 2003
Subjects: Australia.; Australia.; Copyright Electronic information resources Australia.; Copyright Australia.; License agreements.; Libraries and electronic publishing.
Abstract: This book has been written as a practical guide for people working in any type of library who are involved in decisions relating to the acquisition and management of electronic material including computer software, CD-ROMs and online services such as e-journals, databases and other material.
Contents: 1. Introduction -- 2. Why is it so important for library staff to understand licensing issues? -- 3. Copyright issues with which you should be familiar -- 4. Some comments on contracts -- 5. Getting the best outcomes -- 6. Assess the product or service and assess your needs -- 7. Assess the licence -- 8. Negotiating changes -- 9. Managing licences -- 10. Future direction -- 11. Resources -- Appendix 1. An overview of copyright.