Neal-Schuman library technology companion
Subtitle: a basic guide for library staff
By: John J. Burke.
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers
Published: 2009
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 279
ISBN-13: 9781555706760
Subjects: Libraries -- Information technology; Library science -- Technological innovations; Libraries and the Internet
Other titles: Library technology companion
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: What the folks in the trenches know that you should too; title: The history of information technology in libraries; title: How to find information on library technologies; title: Evaluating, buying, and implementing technology; title: Computers in libraries : desktops, laptops, tablets, handheld devices, and office applications; title: Computer networks in libraries : the Internet, modems, WiFi, and e-mail; title: Whither the library catalog? : library systems, discover layers, and open source options; title: Storage devices in libraries : paper, microfilm, DVDs, MP3s, and flash drives; title: Library databases and electronic resources : full-text periodicals, e-books, and e-reference collections; title: The Internet's impact on finding information : A is for Amazon, G is for Google; title: Web 2.0 : social networking, Second Life, and Skype; title: Meeting and supporting patron technology needs : universal design and adaptive/assistive technology; title: Library 2.0 and the library : virtual reference, blogs, and usability; title: How library staff learn and teach : screencasts, distance learning, and course management systems; title: Protecting technology and technology users : spam, spyware, and security strips; title: When things fall apart : troubleshooting tips for every technology user; title: Building the technology environment : ergonomics, infrastructure, and gaming; title: Writing a technology plan; title: Our technological future : Ranganathan meets Googlezon.