From the Book - Sixth edition.
Library technology in context. The universe of library technology
Mission critical technologies. Free information resources
Library electronic resources
Organizing information to make it easier to find
Computing devices in libraries
Technology that makes library services run. Library websites and web services
Social networking and patron participation
How library staff learn and teach
Makerspaces and libraries
Building and maintaining the technology environment in libraries. The right technology at the right time
Meeting and supporting patron technology needs
Building the technology environment
Protecting technology and technology users
The death of technologies
Where library technology is going and how to stay informed. Our technological futures
Keeping track of technology changes.
From the Book - Fourth Edition.
What the folks in the trenches know that you should too
The history of information technology in libraries
How to find information on library technologies
Evaluating, buying, and implementing technology
Computers in libraries : desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and office applications
Computer communication in libraries : the Internet, wi-fi, and e-mail
Whither the library catalog? : library systems, discovery layers, and open-source options
Storage devices in libraries : magnetic media and our old friend paper
Library databases and electronic resources : full-text periodicals, e-books, and e-reference collections
The Internet's impact on finding information : A is for Amazon, G is for Google
Web 2.0 and libraries : Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Skype
Meeting and supporting patron technology needs : universal design and adaptive/assistive technology
Library 2.0 and the library : virtual reference, blogs, and usability
How library staff learn and teach : screencasts, distance learning, and learning management systems
Protecting technology and technology users : spam, spyware, and security strips
When things fall apart : troubleshooting tips for every technology user
Building the technology environment : ergonomics, infrastructure, and gaming
Writing a technology plan
Our technological future : Ranganathan meets Googlezon.
From the Book - Third edition.
What the folks in the trenches know that you should too
The history of information technology in libraries
How to find information on library technologies
Evaluating, buying, and implementing technology
Computers in libraries : desktops, laptops, tablets, handheld devices, and office applications
Computer networks in libraries : the Internet, modems, WiFi, and e-mail
Whither the library catalog? : library systems, discover layers, and open source options
Storage devices in libraries : paper, microfilm, DVDs, MP3s, and flash drives
Library databases and electronic resources : full-text periodicals, e-books, and e-reference collections
The Internet's impact on finding information : A is for Amazon, G is for Google
Web 2.0 : social networking, Second Life, and Skype
Meeting and supporting patron technology needs : universal design and adaptive/assistive technology
Library 2.0 and the library : virtual reference, blogs, and usability
How library staff learn and teach : screencasts, distance learning, and course management systems
Protecting technology and technology users : spam, spyware, and security strips
When things fall apart : troubleshooting tips for every technology user
Building the technology environment : ergonomics, infrastructure, and gaming
Writing a technology plan
Our technological future : Ranganathan meets Googlezon.