http://pitt5.opacwc.liblime.com/cgi-bin/koha/opac-shelves.pl?viewshelf=36
I really liked this assignment :) It was great using the Library of Congress catalog.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Reading Notes for Unit 7
Most of what we read this week was review for me. I understand the concepts surroundings IP addresses and DNS servers. However, I was interested to learn that the IP address for my personal computer at home changes. I thought it was static as well as other computers. Having read about it, it makes sense that the DNS assigns an IP address directly to the modem which is handling the request at the moment, freeing up addresses for those in use. Also, I found it interesting to learn how TCP/IP works. I was familiar with the term, but learned from the video how it actually works. That would explain why many websites are offering streaming videos, so the user is not waiting for the entire file to be downloaded.
In the article, Dismantling Integrated Library Systems, Andrew Page does not seem to support one solution over another. From all the arguments presented, the one option that stands out from the rest is "redefining the ILS as an applications platform". Libraries have so many more options today so they cannot be complacent. They need to spend more to obtain the long-term value of the product purchased. What I also found interesting was the innovation used by librarians themselves, such as Mark Ludwig. I don't believe there is a one-size-fits-all magic potion for all libraries. Each individual institution or network of libraries must determine the best solution for their systems. Funding varies so that clearly influences their decision as well. If librarians are not swooned by the glam of trade shows and product demos and seek advice from one another, solutions will present themselves. Isn't that what librarians represent? A way to share information, so why not amongst themselves as well?
The Google video was interesting as well. I knew Page and Brin had a good working environment for their employees, but I enjoyed hearing about the 20% clause. I found an interesting article about their advertising, which was at the heart of their presentation. Specifically, that their searches are free due to advertising dollars. The article I referenced tell us about a deal in the works between Yahoo! and Google. Very interestingly, both parties feel it will not create a monopoly on ad searches. Naturally, Microsoft is not happy about it!
http://legalpad.blogs.fortune.cnn.com/2008/10/10/google-and-yahoo-fight-with-the-feds/
In the article, Dismantling Integrated Library Systems, Andrew Page does not seem to support one solution over another. From all the arguments presented, the one option that stands out from the rest is "redefining the ILS as an applications platform". Libraries have so many more options today so they cannot be complacent. They need to spend more to obtain the long-term value of the product purchased. What I also found interesting was the innovation used by librarians themselves, such as Mark Ludwig. I don't believe there is a one-size-fits-all magic potion for all libraries. Each individual institution or network of libraries must determine the best solution for their systems. Funding varies so that clearly influences their decision as well. If librarians are not swooned by the glam of trade shows and product demos and seek advice from one another, solutions will present themselves. Isn't that what librarians represent? A way to share information, so why not amongst themselves as well?
The Google video was interesting as well. I knew Page and Brin had a good working environment for their employees, but I enjoyed hearing about the 20% clause. I found an interesting article about their advertising, which was at the heart of their presentation. Specifically, that their searches are free due to advertising dollars. The article I referenced tell us about a deal in the works between Yahoo! and Google. Very interestingly, both parties feel it will not create a monopoly on ad searches. Naturally, Microsoft is not happy about it!
http://legalpad.blogs.fortune.cnn.com/2008/10/10/google-and-yahoo-fight-with-the-feds/
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Assignment 4: Working with Jing
Screencast/Jing video: http://www.screencast.com/users/dmhannah/folders/Jing/media/0d4823e3-0aa0-4ffa-94da-12025e083b60
Annotated Images from Flickr:
1. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922030169/
2. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922123935/
3. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2923025004/
4. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922184871/
5. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922220901/
Annotated Images from Flickr:
1. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922030169/
2. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922123935/
3. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2923025004/
4. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922184871/
5. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30711421@N06/2922220901/
Screencast/Jing video
Screencast/Jing video for assignment 4 - LIS2600 Part I
http://www.screencast.com/users/dmhannah/folders/Jing/media/0d4823e3-0aa0-4ffa-94da-12025e083b60
http://www.screencast.com/users/dmhannah/folders/Jing/media/0d4823e3-0aa0-4ffa-94da-12025e083b60
Screen capture, Astronomy Picture of the Day
First of five annotated images for LIS2600, Assignment 4
Monday, October 6, 2008
Muddiest Point & Reading Points on Unit 6: Computer Networks, Wireless Networks (9/30)
Muddiest point: Catherine Albrecht of C.A.S.P.I.A.N. cited apprehension about the future of “tagging” babies, much like the microchips we can have placed in our pets today. Although caution should be used, I don’t think we need to panic just yet. After all, we are an intelligent race. We have the capability of keeping ourselves informed, especially with news sources and the WWW. Isn’t it our individual civil right and responsibility to remain informed and to guard ourselves?
Is RFID really useful in libraries? Yes, if the purchase of the technology can be funded and shared or discounted across a library network. RFID can be an EZPass for books. Don’t we all enjoy zooming through the EZPass lane? The reduction in staff time alone would be an argument for integrating the system in libraries. As one article mentioned, this technology would be around for a long time, thus placing high value on such an investment.
Is privacy concerns about RFID in library a real concern? From all that we read this week, it is not a concern for libraries. The tags do not contain any patron information, just a barcode and check out/in status and can encrypted. It would be like anything else; if you disclose the uses of RFID in the library and educate the patrons, there is no need for concern. Remember when shampoo bottles did not proclaim, “this product was not tested on animals”? It can be the same with RFID. There can be an association or disclaimer of sorts for authenticating the system and the policies to which the library will be adhere.
How to make RFID a better technology for libraries? As stated in the BiblioTech online magazine article by Dorothy Hemmo, as long as policies and standards are developed within the library network using RFID and the patrons are educated on the uses, libraries can move toward implementing the system. Encryption is key so that third party access can be blocked. Like software updates, the libraries will need to keep abreast of new technology with regards to encryption.
http://lsobibliotech.blogspot.com/2005/11/library-rfid-and-patron-privacy.html
Is RFID really useful in libraries? Yes, if the purchase of the technology can be funded and shared or discounted across a library network. RFID can be an EZPass for books. Don’t we all enjoy zooming through the EZPass lane? The reduction in staff time alone would be an argument for integrating the system in libraries. As one article mentioned, this technology would be around for a long time, thus placing high value on such an investment.
Is privacy concerns about RFID in library a real concern? From all that we read this week, it is not a concern for libraries. The tags do not contain any patron information, just a barcode and check out/in status and can encrypted. It would be like anything else; if you disclose the uses of RFID in the library and educate the patrons, there is no need for concern. Remember when shampoo bottles did not proclaim, “this product was not tested on animals”? It can be the same with RFID. There can be an association or disclaimer of sorts for authenticating the system and the policies to which the library will be adhere.
How to make RFID a better technology for libraries? As stated in the BiblioTech online magazine article by Dorothy Hemmo, as long as policies and standards are developed within the library network using RFID and the patrons are educated on the uses, libraries can move toward implementing the system. Encryption is key so that third party access can be blocked. Like software updates, the libraries will need to keep abreast of new technology with regards to encryption.
http://lsobibliotech.blogspot.com/2005/11/library-rfid-and-patron-privacy.html
Saturday, October 4, 2008
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