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Direct linkWang, Zhonghong – Journal of Academic Librarianship, 2009
An online survey was sent to academic libraries and consortia with an integrated library system (ILS) migration project, based on review of press releases from major U.S. ILS vendors. This study takes a systematic approach to provide a snapshot of the academic ILS market and key factors affecting the outcome of an ILS migration project. It reveals…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Information Systems, Library Materials, Computer System Design
Oliver, Astrid; Dahlquist, Janet; Tankersley, Jan; Emrich, Beth – Journal of Access Services, 2010
This article discusses the processes that occurred when the Library, Controller's Office, and Information Technology Department agreed to create an interface between the Library's Innovative Interfaces patron database and campus administrative software, Banner, using file transfer protocol, in an effort to streamline the Library's accounts…
Descriptors: Database Management Systems, Information Technology, Computer System Design, Computer Interfaces
Zhu, Qin; Guevara, Sophia – Computers in Libraries, 2009
With changing user expectations, many libraries are moving toward digital content. Accessible from anywhere at any time, digital content provides users with efficient, on-demand information experiences. Accordingly, librarians are presented with challenges and opportunities to build, manage, and implement outreach strategies that promote their…
Descriptors: Information Management, Electronic Libraries, Library Services, User Needs (Information)
Godbee, Sara; de Jong, Mark – Journal of Access Services, 2007
The University of Maryland University College (UMUC) serves a dispersed patron base, and its library has developed, over time, a circulation system for distributing physical research materials to its patrons throughout the United States. This article discusses the development of this system and its associated interface/database management system…
Descriptors: Distance Education, Programming, Internet, Database Management Systems
Peer reviewedBreeding, Michael – Library Hi Tech, 1997
Focuses on designing a library network to maximize security. Discusses UNIX and file servers; connectivity to campus, corporate networks and the Internet; separation of staff from public servers; controlling traffic; the threat of network sniffers; hubs that eliminate eavesdropping; dividing the network into subnets; Switched Ethernet;…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer System Design, Internet
Peer reviewedCantor, Scott – Library Hi Tech, 1997
DCE (Distributed Computing Environment) is a collection of services, tools, and libraries for building the infrastructure necessary for distributed computing within an enterprise. This articles discusses the Open Software Foundation (OSF); the components of DCE, including the Directory and Security Services, the Distributed Time Service, and the…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Networks, Information Services
