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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
Introducing Staff to Change.
Byerly, Greg – Computers in Libraries, 1990
Suggests guidelines to be followed by library administrators and managers to deal effectively with changes caused by the introduction of automation or technology projects within a library. The need for planning is emphasized, staff participation is stressed, adequate training and preparation are discussed, and financial planning is considered.…
Descriptors: Change, Change Strategies, Guidelines, Library Administration
So You Want To Put Your Library on the Web?
Cunningham, Jim – Computers in Libraries, 1997
Identifies key issues and provides strategies for building a library Web site. Highlights include defining the purpose in accordance with what is technically possible; the server; connectivity; designation of responsibilities; page and link maintenance and enhancement; administrative organization, including a Web Governing Group, Web…
Descriptors: Library Administration, Library Development, Library Planning, Program Implementation
Y2K for Librarians: Exactly What You Need To Do.
Doering, William – Computers in Libraries, 1999
Addresses how libraries can prepare for Y2K problems. Discusses technology that might be affected and equipment that should be examined, difficulty of fixing noncompliant hardware and software, identifying problem areas and developing solutions, and dealing with vendors. Includes a checklist of necessary preparations. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Information Technology, Libraries
Changing Systems: Managing the Transition.
Saunders, Laverna M.; Lee Kwon, Myoung-ja – Computers in Libraries, 1991
Discusses library planning that is needed when changing from one computer system to another. Topics discussed include change theory; the need for communication between library administration and staff and between the library and its users; phased implementation; training for library staff and for users; and the need for documentation. (seven…
Descriptors: Change, Change Strategies, Communication (Thought Transfer), Library Administration
Preparing the Library for the Year 2000.
Balas, Janet L. – Computers in Libraries, 1999
Discusses the importance of library systems administrators addressing the Year 2000 problem in their libraries. Reviews Web-based resources that deal with understanding the problem, offer vendor statements about their products, and discuss how some libraries are preparing for the Year 2000 problem. (AEF)
Descriptors: Administrators, Facility Planning, Information Sources, Librarians
The Virtual Library: Computers in Libraries Canada.
Saunders, Laverna – Computers in Libraries, 1992
Reports on a postconference workshop on virtual libraries that was presented at the third annual Computers in Libraries Canada Conference. Highlights include networks; technological change; administrative issues, including organizational structure, staff training, strategic planning, and financial resources; a case study of the University of…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Networks, Conferences, Electronic Journals