Browsing CALIBER 2007:Chandigarh by Issue Date
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Sumi, Suman; Kumar, Jatinder (INFLIBNET Centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is not a new system but the base of this was established way back in 1940s. The credit goes to commercial or business organizations who have explored and implemented RFID to acquire, manage and provide security to their products or items. Information and Communication Technology has transformed the format of information and work culture of libraries. Still libraries are trying to address various problems like qualitative information management, speedy acquisition and dissemination of information and security of information products. This paper gives brief idea about the RFID, its importance in the library system, how it works and describes different components of the RFID technology. It also briefs about tentative budget to establish RFID technology in the library and finally its future in Indian libraries. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/575 Files in this item: 1
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Higgins, Susan E (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: The importance of Information and Communication Technologies in distance learning has been acknowledged as an essential component of strengthening LIS education in the remote areas of the north eastern states of India. (Rath). The same could be said of the use of ICT for LIS education in remote areas of Australia and in America. The infrastructure of physical, human and financial resources all attract students to the profession. This reflective essay discusses Robert Stueart’s 1999 challenge to information access in Asia: “One of the most important activities is information society is to maintain a cadre of qualified information professionals”. (Stueart, 1999). Maintaining a cadre of information professionals is also an appropriate challenge to India. Information professionals themselves are the channel of globalization of education because they see the need for standards in computerisation initiatives and promote communities of practice worldwide. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1453 Files in this item: 1
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Sandhu, Gurdish (INFLIBNET Centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Current breed of LMSs do not have the capability to deliver library services in the new holistic information environment .The paper focuses on the core functionalities and major shortcomings are examined. The concept of a lib-Infosphere is introduced and some of the new technologies impacting on the delivery of library services in the digital era are discussed. In light of ever changing library information environment, emerging technologies, user expectations, move to web based services and to address the shortcomings of the current breed of LMSs, a tentative model of the new LMS is suggested. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/552 Files in this item: 1
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Barman, Badan (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: List and discuses the online general purpose encyclopedia that are available on public domain. All these encyclopedias are used in designing a Google Custom Search Engine via Google Co-Op, so that user can search in a single point and all relevant results can be displayed on that platform by searching all the encyclopedias individually. By this way it hopes to manage the entire online encyclopedias that are available on public domain. This custom search engine can be linked with other institutional website / blog / wiki etc for answering some basic reference question or finding background information on any topic (?). URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1421 Files in this item: 1
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Sumi, Suman; Kumar, Jatinder (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is not a new system but the base of this was established way back in 1940s. The credit goes to commercial or business organizations who have explored and implemented RFID to acquire, manage and provide security to their products or items. Information and Communication Technology has transformed the format of information and work culture of libraries. Still libraries are trying to address various problems like qualitative information management, speedy acquisition and dissemination of information and security of information products. This paper gives brief idea about the RFID, its importance in the library system, how it works and describes different components of the RFID technology. It also briefs about tentative budget to establish RFID technology in the library and finally its future in Indian libraries. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1422 Files in this item: 1
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Maheta, Mahendra; Jani, Jay (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: There is nothing new in RFID for whom where inventory control and distribution work is more important than anything else. But it is defiantly new for the people working in the library and information science field. Ever more sophisticated functionality and new applications characterize this dynamic technology. All communities such as publishers, booksellers, libraries have a stake in identifying new standards that will support continued innovation and interoperability and allow maximum flexibility in developing new applications for both customers and vendors. In this paper authors have explored how RFID tags in libraries offer the possibility of increasing in productivity greatly and hold a promise of better service for the patrons. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1423 Files in this item: 1
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Dwivedi, Roopesh Kumar; Bajpani, R P (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Huge amount of data and information is originating in the information era. Library automation can provide some relief, but data mining techniques have to be used for dynamically analyzing the library database and to make strategic decisions for managing the library in an efficient manner. Data mining is the exploration and analysis of large quantities of data in order to discover meaningful patterns and rules. Practical data mining can accomplish a limited set of tasks and only under limited circumstances. For library, it can play an important role by dynamically analyzing library database especially data related to the acquisition and circulation. No single data mining tool and technique is equally applicable. In commercial application, data mining is usually employed on very large database. This paper gives the clear picture of some of the most common association rule data mining techniques which can be applied to the library database and it outcomes. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1424 Files in this item: 1
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Bhatia, Neeru; Vohra, Ranjana (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: This paper discusses the changing nature of reference and information services in the modern electronic era and how the various technological developments in libraries have led to the emergence of new service paradigms. Electronic access to information is transforming both the concept of future libraries and the way in which reference librarians are disseminating the information services. This paper also describes the nature of reference services being provided in Panjab University Library in the context of changing technologies. The wide availability of electronic information and access to databases, full-text periodicals, etc. have further enabled the library to offer customized electronic reference services to their users that increases both the richness of these services and the number of users getting benefited from these. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1437 Files in this item: 1
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Vishala, B K; Bhandi, M K (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Institutional repositories represent an historical and tangible embodiment of the intellectual life and output of an institution. These are now clearly and broadly being recognized as essential infrastructure for scholarship in the digital world. The paper seeks to provide an overview of Institutional repositories its benefits to the institutions and also describes the role of library in building an Institutional repository. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1438 Files in this item: 1
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Garg, Vinod Kumar; Bansal, Jivesh (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Indian languages literature other than English is very common in almost all the libraries in India. The present study explains the experiences of Panjab University Library in solving their problems of Indian languages literature for entering into the computer database with Techlib Plus software. Describes various features of Techlib plus software along with its implementation programme in the University Library under study. Discusses about GIST technology and GIST card developed by CDAC, Pune , India. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1425 Files in this item: 1
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Gonsai, Atul M; Soni, Nilesh N (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: To provide the security to the library network or any other network, nowadays we have various newly developed mechanisms to provide security in the form of identifying the user and allowing specific access to the user. User Authentication can be achieved by the way of user name and password but it has very less level of impact to identify the proper user. For this reason the new mechanism like computer access is granted by checking a fingerprint. One can use Biometric Authentication Technique to apply in the library network to provide high level of security to identify the proper user. Biometric-based authentication applications include workstation and network access, application logon, data protection, and remote access to resources, transaction security. This paper discusses the application of Biometric authentication technologies in the field of library network by way of the library model which uses Biometric authentication in the form fingerprint scanning to identify the user and then gets the library resource. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1426 Files in this item: 1
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Ramana, Y V (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Abstract The security of materials and information in a library is quite essential. This paper discusses the use of CCTV cameras and biometric methods for surveillance in libraries to safe guard its possession of books and information. This paper presents the various types of CCTV cameras, their functioning and uses. A brief discussion of biometric methods like fingerprint scanning, iris scanning, facial recognition, voice recognition and palm vein authentication is presented. Finally the author recommends that the libraries in India should initiate the implementation of biometric methods and surveillance of the libraries by using CCTV cameras. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1427 Files in this item: 1
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Maltesh, M; Gajakosh, Swati (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Information Technology has made significant stride in the way of acquiring, storing, retrieving, accessing and disseminating information. The advent of computer net works ushers a new path to the Library and gives a new dimension to the traditional job of library such as information retrieval and dissemination. The present paper is describes the over all access of information on computer network using wireless communication called Wi- Max technology. With Wi-Max any body can access internet connectivity any where without physical connection. This article highlights the salient features of Wi-Max technology. Bangalore is the fully wire less city within this year. Only the second city in the world to be fully Wi-Max enabled, after Taipei and compare to other technologies available such as OFC, Broadband, Wi-Fi etc. and also highlights common problems of adoption and absorption of such network technology in India. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1428 Files in this item: 1
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Srivastava, Ashish KR; Singh, Jay; Diwakar, Sanjay KR (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: We seem to recall a time when protocols and standards were two different things. In the past couple of years, the craze over new protocols has seemingly breathed new life into library information technology, replacing the doldrums of standards with the hope of new, universally accepted protocols. We must admit to being too young to have been there, but we wonder if things felt like this when MARC and Wireless LAN were poised to change the world of library automation as also in XML, OpenURL, and the Open Archives. An increased rate of mobility brought about by the Wireless LAN break through has given a new dimension to networking capabilities. The IEEE 802.11 defines standards for both 1-2 Mbps and higher speed wireless communication. The study of the PHY and the MAC layer as per the IEEE 802.11 protocols reveal that the issues like security and reliability of utmost importance in this type of networking. In short if higher speed networking of this kind can be created then there would be no need for the conventional physical medium communication. Globalization of this technology would indeed bring the world closer and bring about a new era of wireless technology in the Library. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1429 Files in this item: 1
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Koganuramath, Muttayya (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Most of the Libraries today, offer a wide range of on-line services to their users. And, now, the internet and web technologies are not the new things to any academician hence, it is the time for a Library to be virtual and develop its on-line presence in order to further facilitate and enrich the educational processes. In this direction, Virtual Libraries provide a new way of serving the new generation users of the libraries. Virtual libraries are the new vision of libraries of the future. This paper provides an overview of a Virtual Library System. It narrates purpose, features, functions, design and development of a Virtual Library and Virtual Library Environment. Impact of ‘Virtual Library’ on ‘Lifelong Learning’ has also been emphasized. It also enumerates principles of development of Virtual Library Collection and advantages of Virtual Libraries. Notably, suggests and advocates for the Virtual Library of India to be hosted by the INFLIBNET Centre. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1430 Files in this item: 1
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Singh, Jagtar (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Open-source software (OSS) is a utility to empower the non-elite individuals and institutions to manage knowledge and develop low cost virtual libraries. It is an attempt to keep the software market away from monopolies and enable the non-elite institutions to build sustainable institutional repositories. Though OSS has made profound impact in the public domain worldwide, yet there is an urgent need to sensitize the stakeholders in India to enable them to learn about the benefits of open-source software and promote the concept and practice behind the movement. Only this way we can ensure diversity, equity, quality and equality, and flexibility in our products and services. Raising awareness among the non-elite about the open-source software is essential for managing knowledge and developing an egalitarian society. Open-source software has the potential to contain the twin perils of digital divide and digital determinism. Institutional repositories and WIKI-Space are the right step in preserving and disseminating our documentary heritage. This paper highlights the recommendations made by the National Knowledge Commission pertaining to the cutting-edge of Open-source software and knowledge management. It also raises a few issues that need immediate attention to empower the info-poor and develop an inclusive society. Implications of open-source software and knowledge management have also been pointed out. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1431 Files in this item: 1
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Mahajan, Preeti; Chakravarty, Rupak (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: The online revolution brought about by the world wide web accompanied by other advancements in the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) is having a deep impact on the publishing industry. Readers are enjoying the fruits in the form of online journals and databases. Though the development in the area of e-books is not so rapid, yet people have started realizing its potential as an efficient & effective tool for knowledge storage and dissemination. More and more publishers are now coming up with ebook solutions for academic institutions and libraries too have started to develop collection development policies for e-books. The production, dissemination and consumption of e-books will increase substantially when certain issues regarding universal standard and copyright are resolved and we are in a better position to handle the e-books. Libraries will also look forward to more affordable and useful subscription policy for acquiring electronic books. At present there are several formats for e-books, many softwares available for e-book reading. Like Open Access journals, there are many e-books projects which offer free online books for reading and downloading which have been discussed in the present paper. The paper also discusses the commercial e-book publishers and the advantages of ebook subscription for academic libraries. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1432 Files in this item: 1
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Chand, Prem; Prakash, K; Satyabati, Thiyam; Chauhan, Suresh K (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: The escalating price of electronic journals, Indexing and abstracting databases along with traditionally published print subscriptions has forced library community to explore alternative means of subscription. The consortia based subscription is perhaps a solution for subscription of peerreviewed journals. In India, during last five years we have witnessed many consortia based subscription, ranging from subject specific to institution specific. The advancement of Internet and telecommunication has made it possible to subscribe network based resources to the users. The paper describes about the initiative taken by INFLIBNET in this direction and highlights the importance of current trends of usage statistics of networked resources of various publishers. Further the authors describe the patterns of electronic journal usage by the members of UGC-Infonet Digital library consortium during the last three years. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1433 Files in this item: 1
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Singh, Ajay P; Khan, M T M; Chauhan, Suresh K (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: Emergence of electronic information has changed modes of communication, information demands of users and information management system in the libraries. Innovation in the field of information and communication technology is boosting research and development activities all around the world. Earlier libraries were facing various problems for managing print documents rescued by the electronic resources. The consortia initiatives are mushrooming in the world rapidly. UGC-Infonet: E-Journals Consortium launched by the University Grants Commission (UGC) through Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre is considered one of the best consortium models in the globe. The consortium is subscribing thousands of fulltext electronic journals and databases and making them available online to 120+ universities of the country. A notable usage of electronic resources has been observed in the first three years of operation of the consortium. But millions of articles downloaded by the member universities are not being re-managed for further use. Through this paper an attempt is made to lay emphasis on an urgent need to manage downloaded scholarly e-contents with the help of various e-documents management software (OSS) keeping in mind the copyright limitations. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1434 Files in this item: 1
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Kaur, Navjeet (Inflibnet centre, February 8, 2007)[more][less]
Abstract: The academic libraries today are reorienting their collections and their collection development policies in the light of e-resources. Not only are the collections changing so are the role of librarians. The dual print and electronic environment are posing a challenge to the librarians. How best to balance the available budget between the two and in the process provide easy access to relevant information to the users without any delay, is the Mantra of Librarianship today. E-journals and e-books are here to stay. In the light of this fact how to provide access, which are the best source, how to index and catalogue them to provide quick access as well as training of the staff for their new role are the various issues that have been discussed in this article. But then each library needs to develop its own model for collection development keeping in mind its users and their specific requirements. URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1944/1435 Files in this item: 1
599-607.pdf (131.4Kb)