Search

Your search keyword '"Schneider, Karen G."' showing total 15 results
Start Over Author "Schneider, Karen G." Topic computer software
15 results on '"Schneider, Karen G."'

1. A Practical Guide to Internet Filters. A Neal-Schuman Special Report. Neal-Schuman NetGuide Series.

Author

Schneider, Karen G. and Schneider, Karen G.

Abstract

Librarians everywhere are struggling with the difficult issue of whether Internet content can or should be limited in library settings. This book discusses Internet content filters as tools with performance issues. The book does not debate whether Internet filters are good or bad. Rather, it presents basic factual information about filtering needs, tools, and its shortfalls. After describing different filtering methods and software used for filtering, the book covers planning the purchase, with schedules, sample signs, and guidelines for evaluating products prior to purchase. Perspectives on filtering are provided from librarians who have decided whether or not they will filter, and web ratings systems such as PICS (Platform for Internet Content Selection), are discussed. The section on product evaluations includes a description of TIFAP (The Internet Filter Assessment Project), a six-month project in which librarians evaluated filters in real life. The book is divided into the following eight chapters: "What Filters Are and How They Work"; "Types of Filtering Software"; "Filter Features"; "Planning To Purchase a Filter"; "Web Rating Systems"; "Advice from Teachers"; "Learning from The Internet Filter Assessment Project (TIFAP)"; and "Product Reviews." Appendices include a list of questions for evaluating filter performance, and 10 useful web addresses. (SWC)

Published
1997

2. Figuring Out Filters: A Quick Guide To Help Demystify Them.

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Abstract

Describes keyword, site, protocol, time, client, and user blocking and Platform for Internet Content Selection (PICS), a Web rating system. Provides evaluations of five commercially available filters (Internet filters block content, keywords, sites, or a combination of these) and sample questions to evaluate filters. (PEN)

Published
1998

3. Lots of Librarians Can Keep Stuff Safe: Libraries Are Able to Safeguard Content with LOCKSS, Open Source Digital Preservation Software

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Abstract

Over the next several decades, libraries will face the potential loss of all the e-journals, ebooks, electronic theses, local digital collections, and other "e-stuff" curated for the public good. A solution to this problem is LOCKSS ("Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe"), a free, open-source digital-preservation software from Stanford University that preserves digital content in a library-to-library network, just as multiple libraries keep copies of the same book. LOCKSS got its name from its core preservation strategy: LOCKSS boxes--computers running LOCKSS software--share content with one another, ensuring that digital content is not simply backed up to one or two locations but is replicated across a network. While the software is free, membership in the LOCKSS Alliance is necessary for access to e-journals and certain features. (Annual fees for academic institutions range from $1000 to $11,000.) This article describes LOCKSS' installation, maintenance, and format migration. This article also cites the differences between LOCKSS and its competitor, Portico. (Contains 9 resources.)

Published
2007

10. LOTS OF LIBRARIANS CAN KEEP STUFF SAFE.

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Subjects
*COMPUTER software, *DIGITAL preservation, *DIGITIZATION of library materials
Abstract

The article reviews the LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe) open source digital-preservation software from Stanford University that preserves digital content in a library-to-library network.

Published
2007

11. HTML Editors: Take a Few for a Ride.

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Subjects
*WEBSITES, *HTML (Document markup language), *LIBRARIES, *COMPUTER software, *PROFESSIONAL associations
Abstract

Discusses the importance of HTML (Hyper-text markup language) in creating Web pages for libraries. Guidelines for HTML outlined by the World Wide Web Consortium; Discussion of the FrontPage system for creating Web pages; Praise of the Dreamweaver HTML editor.

Published
2001

12. Revisiting the Olden Days.

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Subjects
*LIBRARIES, *WEBSITES, *WORLD Wide Web, *COMPUTER software, *FORECASTING
Abstract

Presents a look at some of the author's previous columns to highlight the best and worst, as of February 2001. Definition of the Web before it became a common tool; Predictions regarding computer software; Funniest input from a reader; Favorite Web links; Others.

Published
2001

13. Safe From Prying Eyes: Protecting Library Systems.

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Subjects
*COMPUTER network security, *LIBRARY administration, *COMPUTER software
Abstract

Presents information on the tools and techniques for libraries to use for preventing their patrons from disturbing their computer network while using the Internet. Advice not to assume that security measures are only for patrons with bad intentions; Patrons seen as ignorant of what they should and should not be doing; Cybrarian and WinSelet Kiosk described as two good security software programs; The need for a simple and consistent interface.

Published
1999

14. Internet Librarian.

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Subjects
*INTERLIBRARY loans, *COOPERATIVE cataloging, *COMMUNICATION in library administration, *LIBRARY cooperation, *COMPUTER software
Abstract

Describes a new interlibrary loan (ILL) method using computer software that allows libraries to search each other's catalogs. Testing the method in New York State; The traditional ILL model compared with the new method; Problems with CD catalogs; Components needed for the new method; No third database needed; Sharing ILL requests this way; Drawbacks.

Published
1998

15. Selecting Internet filtering software: Buyer beware.

Author

Schneider, Karen G.

Subjects
*COMPUTER software, *INTERNET, *CENSORSHIP
Abstract

Provides tips for librarians selecting Internet filtering software. List of features for filtering tools from messages that Jerry Kuntz, of the Ramapo Catskill Library System, posted on the PubLib listserv; Site and keyword filtering; Fine-tuning for the audience; What to buy.

Published
1997

Catalog

Books, media, physical & digital resources
See catalog results