Library Technology & Automation Flashcards
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Which protocol allows library management systems to search multiple databases simultaneously using a single query?
Answer: Z39.50
Z39.50 is the ANSI/NISO standard protocol enabling federated searching across multiple library catalogs and databases.
What does 'OPAC' stand for in library technology?
Answer: Online Public Access Catalog
OPAC stands for Online Public Access Catalog, the computerized system patrons use to search a library's holdings.
In an ILS, which module handles the lending and returning of materials to patrons?
Answer: Circulation
The circulation module manages checkouts, returns, renewals, holds, and patron account transactions.
What is a 'discovery layer' in library technology?
Answer: A unified search interface across multiple library resources
A discovery layer provides a single search interface that queries the catalog, databases, and digital collections simultaneously.
Which file format is most commonly used for exchanging bibliographic records between library systems?
Answer: MARC
MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) is the standard data format for encoding bibliographic information for exchange between library systems.
What technology do RFID-enabled libraries use to track and inventory materials?
Answer: Radio frequency identification tags
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tags embedded in materials communicate wirelessly with readers for checkout, return, and inventory purposes.
What is the purpose of an ERM (Electronic Resource Management) system in libraries?
Answer: Tracking licenses, access, and usage of electronic resources
ERM systems help libraries manage the lifecycle of e-resources including license terms, renewal dates, access links, and usage statistics.