Proceedings of World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology
Volume 77, May 2011, Pages 973-978
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ISSN: 2010376X
Document Type: Review
Source Type: Journal
Open source library management system software:
Vasupongayya, S.a , Keawneam, K.b , Sengloilaun, K.b , Emmawat, P.b
a Department of Computer Engineering, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla, 90110, Thailand
b Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Songkhla, 90110, Thailand
Abstract
Library management systems are commonly used in all educational related institutes. Many commercial products are available. However, many institutions may not be able to afford the cost of using commercial products. Therefore, an alternative solution in such situations would be open source software. This paper is focusing on reviewing open source library management system packages currently available. The review will focus on the abilities to perform four basic components which are traditional services, interlibrary load management, managing electronic materials and basic common management system such as security, alert system and statistical reports. In addition, environment, basic requirement and supporting aspects of each open source package are also mentioned.
Language of original document
English
Author keywords
Library management; Open source; Review
Index Keywords
Alert systems; Commercial products; Electronic materials; Library management; Management systems; Open source package; Open Source Software; Open sources; Open-source libraries; Statistical report; Traditional services
Engineering controlled terms: Computer software; Management
Engineering main heading: Open systems


