The Internet Public Library: An Intellectual History.

Janes, Joseph

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Publication Date: 1998

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The Internet Public Library: An Intellectual History.

Janes, Joseph

Library Hi Tech, v16 n2 p55-68 1998

Describes the ideas, decisions, and discussions behind the Internet Public Library (IPL), their impact, and implementation on the World Wide Web. The focus is on the work of the following development groups: technology; reference; online reference help; online collections; youth; services to librarians; education and outreach; and public relations. The IPL mission statement is included. (AEF)

Descriptors: Electronic Libraries, Higher Education, Information Services, Information Technology, Library Automation, Library Development, Library History, Mission Statements, Online Systems, Public Libraries, Web Sites

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Language: English

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