Information Technology for Librarians and Information Professionals

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Information Technology for Librarians and Information Professionals

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This comprehensive primer introduces information technology topics foundational to many services offered in today’s libraries and information centers. Written by a librarian, it clearly explains concepts familiar to the I.T. professional with an eye toward practical applications in libraries for the aspiring technologist. Chapters begin with a basic introduction to a major topic then go into enough technical detail of relevant technologies to be useful to the student preparing for library technology and systems work or the professional needing to converse effectively with technology experts. Many chapters also present current issues or trends for the subject matter being discussed.

The twelve chapters cover major topics such as technology support, computer hardware, networking, server administration, information security, web development, software and systems development, emerging technology, library management technologies, and technology planning.
Each chapter also includes a set of pedagogical features for use with instruction including:
Chapter summaryList of key termsEnd of chapter question setSuggested activitiesBibliography for further readingList of web resources
Those who will find this book useful include library & information science students, librarians new to systems or information technology responsibilities, and library managers desiring a primer on information technology.

Table of Contents

Dedication
List of Illustrations
Preface
Chapter One: Information Technology in Libraries
Chapter Two: Technology Management and Support
Chapter Three: Computer Hardware and Software
Chapter Four: Computer Management
Chapter Five: Networking
Chapter Six: Server Administration
Chapter Seven: Information Security
Chapter Eight: Web Design and Development
Chapter Ten: Specialized and Emerging Technology Services
Chapter Eleven: Library Management Technologies
Chapter Twelve: Technology Planning
Index
About the Author

Product details

Published 25 Mar 2021
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 218
ISBN 9781538121009
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Illustrations 22 b/w photos; 13 tables; 6 textboxes
Dimensions 256 x 179 mm
Series LITA Guides
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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