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Circulating Laptops: Lessons Learned in an Academic Library.
- Source :
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Journal of Access Services . 2009, Vol. 6 Issue 3, p337-345. 9p. 1 Chart, 2 Graphs. - Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- Laptops have become ubiquitous in academic libraries, as has the practice of circulating laptops for student use. Several studies have analyzed the how-to of loaning laptops, and a number of surveys have focused on how they are being used. However, little has been written of the practical lessons learned; the trial and error of those on the frontlines in academic libraries. The pitfalls of wireless networks, battery life, high demand, and brutal usage make offering such a popular service challenging. The experiences of the University of Houston's M.D. Anderson Library, while possibly not typical, provide a snapshot of the pitfalls involved in making laptop circulation successful. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *LAPTOP computers
*LIBRARY circulation & loans
*LIBRARY users
*ACADEMIC libraries
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 15367967
- Volume :
- 6
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Access Services
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 43187930
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/15367960902894195