Electronic books : their definition, usage and role in libraries
This review examines the literature to establish a definition of electronic books and discovers this is currently related more to hardware and software (viewing technology) than content. It also reports the potential advantages and disadvantages of this format compared to print. It outlines what is...
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| description | This review examines the literature to establish a definition of electronic books and discovers this is currently related more to hardware and software (viewing technology) than content. It also reports the potential advantages and disadvantages of this format compared to print. It outlines what is currently known about the use of different types of electronic books by users, examining who the most likely users are, detailing what studies reveal about the use and usability of electronic books and the features users want; as well as what factors are inhibiting their use. Additionally the review details what is known about the opportunities and issues arising from the inclusion of electronic books in library collections. It addresses questions regarding the existing models for the use of e-books in libraries, what studies reveal about the realities of their use and what strategies and policies need to be adopted by libraries for their implementation. Finally it examines the degree of take-up of e-books by individuals and libraries and what trends and predictions for the future are emerging with respect to viewing technology, content and role in libraries. |
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| spelling | ntu-10356/1524692021-08-18T20:10:25Z Electronic books : their definition, usage and role in libraries Sawyer, Susan K. Library and information science This review examines the literature to establish a definition of electronic books and discovers this is currently related more to hardware and software (viewing technology) than content. It also reports the potential advantages and disadvantages of this format compared to print. It outlines what is currently known about the use of different types of electronic books by users, examining who the most likely users are, detailing what studies reveal about the use and usability of electronic books and the features users want; as well as what factors are inhibiting their use. Additionally the review details what is known about the opportunities and issues arising from the inclusion of electronic books in library collections. It addresses questions regarding the existing models for the use of e-books in libraries, what studies reveal about the realities of their use and what strategies and policies need to be adopted by libraries for their implementation. Finally it examines the degree of take-up of e-books by individuals and libraries and what trends and predictions for the future are emerging with respect to viewing technology, content and role in libraries. Published version 2021-08-18T05:11:12Z 2021-08-18T05:11:12Z 2002 Journal Article Sawyer, S. K. (2002). Electronic books : their definition, usage and role in libraries. Library and Information Science Research E-Journal, 12(2), 1-28. https://dx.doi.org/10.32655/LIBRES.2002.2 1058-6768 https://hdl.handle.net/10356/152469 10.32655/LIBRES.2002.2 2 12 1 28 en Library and Information Science Research E-Journal © 2002 Susan K. Sawyer. All rights reserved. application/pdf |
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| title | Electronic books : their definition, usage and role in libraries |
| title_full | Electronic books : their definition, usage and role in libraries |
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| title_short | Electronic books : their definition, usage and role in libraries |
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