Automating Media Centers and Small Libraries: A Microcomputer-Based Approach-- Second Edition

This updated and expanded second edition offers the latest findings and practices for library automation in the 21st century. With a practical, systematic approach, Bilal covers the entire spectrum of steps and activities involved in the automation process. Although this text does not prescribe a specific system or approach, it offers detailed guidelines to enable both the novice and the seasoned librarian to make educated decisions and avoid costly mistakes when automating for the first time, upgrading an existing system, or migrating from one automated system to another.

Covers the entire spectrum of steps and activities involved in the library automation process.

School Library Journal

This is not only a textbook for those studying library automation--it is also a great hands-on guide for those automating a library. It covers just about every imaginable aspect of automation, providing a step-by-step checklist for media specialists and library administrators. The book follows the order of activities one would undertake in an automation project. Meghabghab provides detailed information in all areas: choosing vendors, collection preparation (retrospective conversion, bibliographic standards, etc.), installation, and online networking. Each section suggests activities that provide hands-on exercises. This is a useful manual for anyone embarking on such a project, as well as for library students.--Julie Halverstadt, Douglas Public Library District, Castle Rock, CO

DANIA BILAL is Assistant Professor, School of Information Sciences, University of Tennessee, Knoxville.