[OPLINLIST] Open Source in Libraries

[Frank Atkinson]

Ran across this thought it might be useful..

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<http://www.infotoday.com/cilmag/may05/balas.shtml>

(May 2005) Janet L. Balas, a library information systems specialist,
examines using open  source software in libraries. "OS products can open up
specific customization and  development possibilities without ignoring
standards, and ... librarians should be open to  trying something new. While
that 'something' can be a homegrown solution with only  in-house support, it
can also be software from an established vendor with a proven support
channel. Librarians do not need to be afraid that choosing open source
software will mean  that they are totally on their own."


Frank Atkinson
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