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Creating a Safe School Environment: How to Prevent Cyberbullying at Your School
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Diamanduros, Terry; Downs, Elizabeth – Library Media Connection, 2011
Technology has changed the school yard or neighborhood bully. It no longer requires physical intimidation to be a bully. In fact, bullying can be done anonymously, on or off campus, and physical size does not enter into the scenario. Every year headlines identify children who take their own lives as a result of being victims of various forms of…
Descriptors: Bullying, School Libraries, Educational Technology, Media Specialists
Where Do I Start? A School Library Handbook. Second Edition
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Linworth, 2012
If you're new to running a library or looking for a refresher, this book can serve as your first reference source for school library operation, providing overview information on a wealth of topics, lists of resources for more in-depth information, and coverage of current topics such as Web 2.0, fundraising, digital booktalks, and cybersafety.…
Descriptors: Fund Raising, Library Administration, School Libraries, Library Automation
How Much Security Does Your Library Need?
Banerjee, Kyle – Computers in Libraries, 2003
Explains how to keep library systems healthy and functioning by taking sensible security measures. Examines why hackers would target library systems and how library systems are compromised. Describes tools that can help, including: firewalls; antivirus software; alarms; network analysis tools; and encryption. Identifies several strategies for…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Security, Libraries, Library Administration
Protecting Public-Access Computers in Libraries.
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King, Monica – Public Libraries, 1999
Describes one public library's development of a computer-security plan, along with helpful products used. Discussion includes Internet policy, physical protection of hardware, basic protection of the operating system and software on the network, browser dilemmas and maintenance, creating clear intuitive interface, and administering fair use and…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Computer Software, Information Policy, Information Technology
Security Management Strategies for Protecting Your Library's Network.
Ives, David J. – Computers in Libraries, 1996
Presents security procedures for protecting a library's computer system from potential threats by patrons or personnel, and describes how security can be breached. A sidebar identifies four areas of concern in security management: the hardware, the operating system, the network, and the user interface. A selected bibliography of sources on…
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Information Sources
Connection Development: Web Lessons from Westchester.
Freedman, Maurice J. – Library Journal, 1996
Committed to utilizing information technology, the Westchester Library System (New York) made the World Wide Web publicly accessible. Describes the planning, implementation, and management process; obstacles involving financing; establishing Internet connectivity; and vendor negotiations. Westchester hired a Web manager, created Internet use…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Security, Financial Support, Information Technology