We have Netflix and Gamefly. I want to know if there is a Netbooks or Bookfly equivalent?
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posted by slavlin
on Jul 1, 2008 -
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Is there any open-source book cataloging program, based on MS Access or another popular database, for personal use?
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posted by mjklin
on Jun 22, 2008 -
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What institutions/artefacts/services has the internet categorically seen the back of?
posted by MrMerlot
on Jun 21, 2008 -
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What's the best way to organize and re-tag my enormous MP3 library? (iTunes, Mac 10.5, 20k+ songs)
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posted by cosmic osmo
on Jun 15, 2008 -
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Can anyone recommend a simple open source library management system / book database which offers a searchable web front-end / OPAC and which accepts imported data without MARC records (ie CSV or tab-delimited)?
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posted by Webbreader
on May 27, 2008 -
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How did paper-based library circulation work before computers? I remember that the librarian stamped the book and the book's card with the due date (by hand), and then kept the card. What did they do with the card? How did they associate the book with my account? Was there a separate ledger where they kept the association? Or did they write my name/number on the card itself?
posted by Jeff Howard
on May 23, 2008 -
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I’m trying to build a simple web portal to share PDF and HTML documentation with our customers, and allow them to search the documentation. I figured this would be many FOSS tools available to do this, but I keep running into roadblocks…
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posted by RecalcitrantYouth
on May 23, 2008 -
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My question is that I want to know what computer science classes at a community college I should take before enrolling in a MLS graduate school?
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posted by LilSoulBrother85
on May 13, 2008 -
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Librarians / Researchers / Gale PowerSearch users/developers! How do I use the word count limit successfully?
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posted by hobbes
on May 9, 2008 -
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My Macbook Pro was stolen. Just about the only non-shitty thing about it is that I keep my huge iTunes library on an external drive. All the music files are on the drive, but the data files (library.xml) were on the stolen Mac. I have another Macbook. What's the simplest way I can rebuild my library on it?
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posted by grumblebee
on May 8, 2008 -
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Looking for guidance on using Google Maps, or a workalike, for a non-map (blueprints) application.
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posted by rokusan
on May 2, 2008 -
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How do I move my iTunes library from my old PC to my new PC? I listen on my iPhone, not an iPod, which I understand does not function in disk mode. I've searched other answers and can't find one that addresses these particular issues, plus the Apple website claims iTunes version 7.0 "fixes" this problem which really makes me nervous. Thanks!
posted by carriest
on Apr 15, 2008 -
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I have just uploaded my very long Amazon wish list into librarything (neat!). I would like to see if these books are available at the Mid-Manhattan library. I know I can search for them one by one in Leo (the NYPL search engine). Is there a more efficient way for me to do this?
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posted by prefpara
on Apr 7, 2008 -
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Attention Librarians (preferably of the public variety): PLEASE help me not blow my best shot at my first full-time Adult Services gig! Long explanation inside, sorry...
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 4, 2008 -
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Dear AskMeFi Librarians and Librarian-Wannabes, can you please explain-slash-distinguish between MARCXML, MODS, METS and EAD in terms of why one is better (or even different) than the other?
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posted by 10ch
on Apr 1, 2008 -
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WebLibary filter: MeFites, in your opinion what is the BEST web library for art journals and books a la, Questa?
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posted by CreativeJuices
on Mar 24, 2008 -
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I work at a public library where we use a
popular pc reservation and management system for our public PCs. Some young dudes come in, bypass the login screens and play World of Warcraft etc from their flash disks. My concern is they’ve managed to get admin privileges to do naughty things like extend their session time and kick other people with reservations off. I am just a lowly circulation clerk wondering if anyone could explain HOW these fellows bypass the reservation system and some possible strategies I could suggest while I wait to unleash my ultimate plan for a sound proof gamers lounge.
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posted by nicole.hilder
on Mar 20, 2008 -
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In order to continue putting off packing for an upcoming move, I am looking for software for cataloging home libraries.
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posted by ian1977
on Mar 17, 2008 -
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Do the University of Phoenix schools have libraries at their on-ground locations? If not, how do they get away with that?
posted by foxinthesnow
on Feb 23, 2008 -
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What recent book(s) must my wife read to become better versed in the issues facing academic libraries and librarians today?
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posted by mrmojoflying
on Feb 5, 2008 -
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I need a library card to access online databases, in particular JSTOR, OED, Author databases and generally the more the better. My state library sucks so I guess I need to buy an out of state card. San Francisco, New York City and Boston seem to have a decent database selection. Any reccomendations for an affordable out of state library card?
posted by stbalbach
on Feb 2, 2008 -
16 answers
Is it usual for school librarians and teachers to have disagreements and conflicts over "appropriate" content and media in school libraries?
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posted by bad grammar
on Jan 20, 2008 -
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Where to find those VERY large storybooks that children's librarians use for storytelling hours? I've searched for "large", "big" and "oversized" storybooks to no avail.
posted by jeanmari
on Jan 15, 2008 -
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Is there a free website when I can view and print articles from old copies of the journal of "The American Philosophical Society?"
Even my local public library doesn't offer it for free in that they charge for printing each page and I have some very long articles from the 1800's I need to print. No emailing to another location is allowed.
Thank you.
posted by Tullyogallaghan
on Jan 8, 2008 -
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Where can I keep track, online, of my current list of books read/owned and books I want to read?
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posted by CwgrlUp
on Jan 5, 2008 -
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I am 22 and one year out of undergrad. I would like to get a paraprofessional library job in NYC. I live in Seattle. Is it stupid to expect that I could set up interviews before moving? Will employers even look at my resume now?
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posted by beefetish
on Jan 4, 2008 -
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Help my librarians remember to rove! I need a specific sort of break timer and I can't seem to find one anywhere.
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posted by exceptinsects
on Dec 12, 2007 -
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I want a set of Discworld bookends for my Terry Pratchett collection. I'm particularly interested in Death, as I already have a gift set with the Librarian and Rincewind. I'm having trouble even finding the bookends online, and shipping directly from the UK would be pretty expensive, as they're heavy (naturally) and I'm in Florida. Where to look? How to get the best deal? Any help from the hive mind would be greatly appreciated!
posted by misha
on Nov 29, 2007 -
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I am trying to design a banner for a public library web site. I find that all the banners I design are too retro-looking. Kind of 1950s, Alvin Lustig or Saul Bass inspired. Cute, but they don't seem to represent a forward-thinking, technology-oriented library. I am looking for examples of banners that might inspire me, and I am hoping you all might have some suggestions. Also, any elements you think I should try to include or try to avoid. This banner will be seen by tens of thousands of people, and will be the "face" of the library online. Links to examples of what you think works and why it works would be much appreciated. I had no idea that I would have such a hard time with this; I just don't seem to get 2007 design! Thanks.
posted by foxinthesnow
on Oct 30, 2007 -
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I have a Masters in Library Science. I received it a year and a bit back. In that time, I have been applying for a job in the public library sector as a reference librarian. I am not getting anywhere though I am following professional protocol in regards to a sound cover letter and solid resume. I got a 3.6 GPA in the program which is decent but not perfect. Decent, though. I have recently been broadening my search to places outside of my home state of Indiana (and Indianapolis). If you have any recommendations for the best job site areas to review on a regular basis, I am interested.
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posted by snap_dragon
on Oct 24, 2007 -
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LibraryFilter: What helps / hinders you in your use of the public library?
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posted by Rykey
on Sep 29, 2007 -
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At the public library where I work, our sockets are horribly placed right under the public computers. Because of this placement, our power strips are knocked out of the socket several times a week.
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posted by toddst
on Sep 25, 2007 -
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Best practices for library book sales? My librarian friend is hosting her first book sale (that is, she's free to run it differently than it has been run for years) and is looking for ideas to make it a fun, profitable and successful event. What kinds of things make a book sale really work?
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posted by MonkeyToes
on Sep 24, 2007 -
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I'm trying to sort and clean up a media library that contains a total of 16431 items, 51.2 days, 108 GB. So hand sorting is out of the question. Itunes seems to have found
Some Duplicates, That need to be deleted. This has proven to be a grueling task if its to be done manually.
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posted by Chamunks
on Sep 24, 2007 -
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I am looking for something that will enable me to write a message that will popup on a computer outside of my network.
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posted by Foam Pants
on Sep 17, 2007 -
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I'm looking for an application to play music files from my external hard drive/music library. However, there's a snag.
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posted by kungfujoe
on Sep 17, 2007 -
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Hypothetically, if you had $10,000 to build a library collection to support a videogame design/animation program, what items would include?
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posted by foxinthesnow
on Sep 14, 2007 -
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I work in a public library. We currently have a few dozen public use computers that are on a queueing system; however, we are planning on ordering a few new computers that will be on a different network so we are looking at different options.
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posted by toddst
on Aug 29, 2007 -
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CollectionFilter: Our library's Special Collections dept. has just discovered an unusual matchbook in another item of the collection. After looking to see how these books are collected and stored, we found out that the actual matches are usually removed (due to fire hazard, I'm assuming) and the covers stored flat in plastic sleeve. In the case of our matchbook, though, the actual matches are printed to look like soldiers and we'd of course like to keep them. Is there something else we can do to neutralize the flammability of the matches while keeping them intact?
posted by ikahime
on Aug 22, 2007 -
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[NoseBleedFilter] How to maintain a file library on Big Computer, and a small selection on Little Computer, so Big Computer Looks like Little Computer, but Little Computer doesn't need to carry all the files in file library?
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posted by mrgreyisyelling
on Aug 22, 2007 -
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