World Digital Libraries - An international journal - Volume 6, issue 1

Authors: Seadle, Michael

Article Type: Other

DOI: 10.3233/WDL-120095

Citation: World Digital Libraries - An international journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. v-vi, 2013

Authors: Brown, Heather

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: Digital preservation management has evolved from an initial emphasis on technological issues to a broader understanding of resourcing and organizational issues. Internationally, the trend has moved to a risk management framework that is common to both digital and physical worlds. There are a number of common ‘high level’ principles and frameworks that intersect both digital and traditional (physical) preservation, and which in turn provide an opportunity to explore an integrated approach to preserving both digital and physical materials. This paper explores the opportunity for such an integrated approach through the paradigm of an interconnected web.

Keywords: Digital preservation, Preservation, Training, Digital preservation policy, Risk management

DOI: 10.3233/WDL-120096

Citation: World Digital Libraries - An international journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 1-12, 2013

Authors: Kaushik, Anna

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: Cloud computing technology has emerged as a major breakthrough for libraries offering various cloud-based services on web environment, and therefore libraries are adopting this technology for various purposes. In this respect, this study provides perceptions of libraries towards adoption, use, and future perspective of cloud computing technology. The results of this study revealed that most of the libraries were engaged for one year for cloud computing technology, but in future all libraries will be fully equipped with the technology. This technology is used for enhancing library services. Policy/privacy statements are most critical issues for selecting cloud computing vendors. Community and …Software as a Services (SasS) models are widely used for cloud computing. This study will be helpful to find different views and insights of libraries which are connected to the cloud computing technology. Show more

Keywords: Libraries, Cloud computing, Perception, Survey, Amazing technology

DOI: 10.3233/WDL-120097

Citation: World Digital Libraries - An international journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 13-24, 2013

Authors: Zierau, Eld | Kejser, Ulla Bøgvad

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: This paper explores how independent institutions, such as archives and libraries, can cooperate on managing a shared bit repository with bit preservation in order to use their resources for preservation in a more cost-effective way. It uses the OAIS Reference Model to provide a framework for systematically analysing the technical and organizational requirements of institutions for a remote bit repository. Instead of viewing a bit repository simply as Archival Storage for the institutions' repositories, we argue for viewing it as consisting of a subset of functions from all entities defined by the OAIS Reference Model. The work is motivated by …and used in a current Danish feasibility study for establishing a national bit repository. The study revealed that depending on their missions and the collections they hold, the institutions have varying requirements, such as for bit safety, accessibility, and confidentiality. This study further revealed that requirements for the level of bit safety must be supplemented by risk analysis, which needs to involve elements of the architecture; for example, the number of copies and how independence between the copies is ensured. The paper describes bit repository architecture and its strengths in being flexible in order to offer differentiated services with respect to, among other things, bit safety and cost. Furthermore, the challenges in formulating various aspects, such as risk requirements, are described. Show more

Keywords: OAIS Reference Model, Bit preservation, Preservation level, Risk analysis, Bit repository

DOI: 10.3233/WDL-120098

Citation: World Digital Libraries - An international journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 25-36, 2013

Authors: Das, Pradip

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: Online Databases/Electronic resources (E-resources) are becoming increasingly essential for libraries of all types and sizes. The paper is from the practical experience at SVKM's NMIMS (A Deemed to be University), Mumbai. Highlighting the advantages of e-resources, this paper addresses the promotion of electronic information in the group of institutions of SVKM. A few suggestions are also put forward for promoting Online Databases/E-resources in library which include creating motivation, use of blackboard, newsletter, orientation programmes, OPAC, institutional website, etc.

Keywords: E-resources, Online databases, E-publishing

DOI: 10.3233/WDL-120099

Citation: World Digital Libraries - An international journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 37-48, 2013

Authors: Madhusudhan, Margam | Ahmed, Noushad

Article Type: Research Article

Abstract: This study evaluates multimedia, content, and user-interface features of select library websites of Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) in India and uses a mixed-method approach that combines both quantitative and qualitative analyses of IIM library websites evaluation with the help of a specially designed checklist. The various features of the websites of six IIM libraries — IIM-Ahmadebad, IIM-Bangalore, IIM-Calcutta, IIM-Indore, IIM-Kozhikode, and IIM-Lucknow — are evaluated. The qualitative part of the checklist contains 11 features pertaining to the homepages of the IIM library websites, which serves as a recording device for descriptive data and quantitative. The quantitative part of checklist …contains 135 dichotomous questions relating to various evaluation aspects of multimedia, content, and user-interface features. A quantitative five-point rating scale was designed to provide a meaningful numerical rating for each individual feature of the IIM library websites and rank them based on features. This paper attempts to show that study websites are lagging behind in exploiting the full potential of the multimedia features — particularly, audio and video features — as well as instructional tools, currency, and Web/Library 2.0 features. Findings show that many of the study IIM library websites in India are ranked above average mainly providing general information of the library and their services. The study website with the highest score is for IIM-Lucknow with 65.92 per cent (89 out of 135) and the least scored study website belongs to IIM-Bangalore with 42.96 per cent (58/135). These findings open the door to librarians to explore the possibilities of communication, promotion, text responses, and catalogue access via mobile technology with the help of library websites. It is hoped that study libraries will attend to this lacunae and soon develop more interactive and up-to-date dynamic content, Web 2.0 and Web 3.0-based features, instant messaging (IM) reference services, virtual library tours, floor maps, online library calendar, FAQs, bulletin boards, discussion forums, Listserve, web counter, effective searching features, etc. Show more

Keywords: Library Websites, Evaluation, IIM libraries, India

DOI: 10.3233/WDL-120100

Citation: World Digital Libraries - An international journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 49-72, 2013

Article Type: Other

DOI: 10.3233/WDL-120101

Citation: World Digital Libraries - An international journal, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 73-76, 2013