The netLibrary service enhances traditional academic reference and research books by providing electronic versions of them 24 hours a day on the web. Sixteen standard usage reports describing aggregate information like popular books, dusty books, popular subjects, unsuccessful search terms, etc. A powerful extranet application designed to assist library staff with collection development. Libraries buy eBooks just as they do printed materials. A proprietary hardware or software solution.
Access is through the web.
EBooks enhance paper-based books by adding electronic capabilities. A method to collect personal information about patrons. Reports are supplied in aggregate only. The netLibrary's eBooks are cataloged on OCLC, and OCLC MARC records are available for libraries to use. BCR and netLibrary may offer libraries a special limited- time starter program.