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Technology

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• Technology Watch for Small Libraries
  Information about technologies that will interest small libraries. (from WebJunction)
• Top Technology Trends
  List of technology issues affecting libraries with links to resources. (from ALA/LITA)
• CIL Tech Tips
  Quick tips on technology excerpted from the Computers in Libraries column "Tech Tips for Every Librarian". (Part of Michael Stephen's Tame the Web blog)
• Tame the Web
  A blog by MIchael Stephens covering technology related topics.

Technology Planning

• Library Technology Planning
  Identifies key factors in technology planning and provides an outline of the process of creating a library technology plan.
• TechAtlas Technology Planning Tool
  Online planning tool helps you assess your hardware, staff skills and technology needs.
• Technology for Results: Developing Service-Based Plans (Chapter 1) (PDF)
  Chapter 1 from Diane Mayo's book, will help you get started designing a technology plan that reflects your patron and community service mission.

Tech Support, Product Reviews and more

• Computer Product Reviews and Reports
  From Consumer Reviews. Reviews of top products in many categories and links to lists of top rated products.
• Creating ADA Accessible Web Sites
• HelpOnThe.Net - Tech Support Guy
  If you have a technical question, these forums with advice from volunteers and other users may hold the answer. Caveat emptor.
• Innovative Internet Applications in Libraries
  FInd out what other libraries are doing with technology.
• MacAfee Virus Information
  Up to the minute information on the latest computer threats.
• Technology Resources
  "Practical tips, tools, and information to help you with computer and Internet issues in your public access computing program." (from WebJunction)
• Wireless Networking for Libraries
  A WebJunction pathfinder. Overview of wireless networking, policies, how other libraries have set up wireless networks.

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Last Updated: July 16, 2014