Helpful library Technology Websites
ALA tecxhsource webpage: ALA TechSource is a unit of the publishing department of the American Library Association. ALA TechSource publishes Library Technology Reports,
Smart Libraries Newsletter (formerly Library Systems Newsletter), and the
Dr. Michael Stephens is an Assistant Professor in the School of Library and Information Science at San Jose State University. His research focuses on use of emerging technologies in libraries and technology learning programs. He currently writes the monthly column “Office Hours” in Library Journal exploring issues, ideas and emerging trends in library and information science education. Stephens has spoken about emerging technologies, innovation, and libraries to audiences in over 26 states and in nine countries. He is fascinated by library buildings and virtual spaces that center around users, participation, creating content, and encouraging the heart. (From website)
TechSoup for Libraries grew out of a desire to specifically address the technology needs of public libraries. An important part of the program is the information developed as part of the MaintainIT Project, which was funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and managed by TechSoup Global. The Project gathered stories from public libraries about how they support their public computers. These tips and techniques are published in "Cookbooks" and articles, available for free on our website. TechSoup for Libraries continues to share these stories from the field so libraries can keep learning from each other. (From Website)
http://techsoupforlibraries.org/
The librarian in black is a blog from Sarah Houghton the Director of the San Rafael Public Library.She started the blog as a way to reduce the number of websites and blogs others had to navigate to find current information on new library technology and developments.
http://librarianinblack.net/librarianinblack/
Resourceshelf is a collection of information on new or revised web-based sources; changes in availability of sources via different platforms; Analysis of news relating to sources.
http://www.resourceshelf.com/
"Webjunction is a site ction is the place where public library staff gather to build the knowledge, skills and support we need to power relevant, vibrant libraries." Has a large collection of information on library technology topics. http://www.webjunction.org/
"The Library Technology Guides website aims to provide comprehensive and objective information related to the field of library automation. It provides information on the technology products, companies, and trends that impact libraries. Whether you are in the process of selecting a library automation system, or just want to keep up with developments in the field, Library Technology Guides is the place to start." http://www.librarytechnology.org/
CNET is an excellent resource when you are considering on buying new equipment and software. In additon to staff reviews they allow users to write reviews of products. It is a great way to get unbiased reviews of products. http://www.cnet.com/
The LETA Blog (Library and Information Technology Association) mission is that it “educates, serves, and reaches out to its members, other ALA members and divisions, and the entire library and information community through its publications, programs, and other activities designed to promote, develop, and aid in the implementation of library and information technology.”
http://litablog.org/
Technews world is part of the "ECT News Network is one of the largest e-business and technology news publishers in the United States. Our network of business and technology news publications attracts a targeted audience of buyers and decision-makers who need timely industry news and reliable analysis.
The network currently includes several e-business and technology news sites: theE-Commerce Times®,TechNewsWorld™,LinuxInsider™, CRM Buyer™ and MacNewsWorld™. ECT News also publishes the E-Commerce Minute™ and the Tech News Flash™ daily newsletters and the ECT News Network Weekly Newsletter™." (from website)
http://www.technewsworld.com/
