Practical Open Source Software for Libraries http://opensource.web2learning.net Fri, 11 May 2012 00:32:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Open Source Links for May 11, 2012 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/382 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/382#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 00:32:56 +0000 Nicole http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/382
  • Hippo
    Hippo CMS is a Java Open Source Web Content Management Solution. It is fully based on modern Web architectures and open standards.
  • Time and Attendance: Employee Scheduling Software
    TimeTrex has easy and flexible scheduling solutions for you whether you need to schedule two employees or 200. All this is done with minimum effort and maximum efficiency, even with complex multi-week rotating schedules.

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    ]]>     http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/382/feed 0     Free Koha 3.8 Webinars http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/379 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/379#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 14:19:32 +0000 Nicole http://opensource.web2learning.net/?p=379 Are you considering an open source ILS? Are you just curious what all the fuss is about? Koha 3.8 was released last month so I (the Koha documentation manager and VP of Education at ByWater Solutions) am giving free webinar demos.  Join us for one of them and share with your friends and colleagues:

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    Free e-Book Reader

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  • Freecode
    Freecode maintains the Web’s largest index of Linux, Unix and cross-platform software, and mobile applications. Thousands of applications, which are preferably released under an open source license, are meticulously cataloged in the Freecode database, and links to new applications are added daily. Each entry provides a description of the software, links to download it and to obtain more information, and a history of the project’s releases, so readers can keep up-to-date on the latest developments.

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    ]]>     http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/377/feed 0     Is your library using Open Source? http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/375 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/375#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 22:58:58 +0000 Nicole http://opensource.web2learning.net/?p=375 The FOSS4Lib database is a new(ish) site for finding open source software in libraries.

    The FOSS4LIB resource site for open source software in libraries was created with funding from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation by LYRASIS Technology Services to help libraries decide if and which open source software is right for them in service to their patrons. Consultants specializing in library open source software created the FOSS4LIB self-guided readiness assessments to help libraries determine if open source software is right for them. The site also features a registry of software packages to help libraries find information about open source software service providers, events, and usage by peers.

    One of the newest features of the site is the ability to add your library (institution) and list what open source you’re using.  I think that while a directory of open source software is useful in and of itself, a directory that tells you what libraries are using the software is even better! If your library is using open source you should certainly register and add your library and the software you’re using.

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  • Skim
    Skim is a PDF reader and note-taker for OS X. It is designed to help you read and annotate scientific papers in PDF, but is also great for viewing any PDF file.
  • OPACIAL open source Online Public Access Catalog

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    ]]>     http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/373/feed 0     Koha 3.8 Demo Webinars – Free http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/371 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/371#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:39:32 +0000 Nicole http://opensource.web2learning.net/?p=371 Koha 3.8, a 100% web-based open source ILS, was released this week and so it’s time to do some demos! These demos will walk you through the basics of Koha and feature the newest release of the 100% web-based open source ILS. Sign up for one of next month’s demos before they fill up!

    ]]>     http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/371/feed 0     Open Source Course from Infopeople http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/369 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/369#comments Wed, 04 Apr 2012 23:06:07 +0000 Nicole http://opensource.web2learning.net/?p=369 I will be teaching a course for Infopeople in May all about open source software in libraries!

    With the growing popularity of applications like Koha, Evergreen, Open Office, and Ubuntu, the library community is abuzz about open source software. Open source usually refers to an application whose source code is made available for use, change, or improvement in a public, collaborative manner. More than just programming, open source is about following a philosophy of free distribution and access. The open source world and the library world live by the same principles.

    • What does open source mean to you and your library? The benefits are immediately evident:
    • More flexibility and freedom than using software purchased with license restrictions
    • More affordable options than other alternatives on the market
    • The ability to provide exceptional service with ever-decreasing budgets

    This course will introduce you to what open source is, how easy it is to implement, and how to evaluate open source software options. You’ll be able to separate the facts from misconceptions and come away with a toolbox of over 60 open source applications that you can start using right away at your library.

    Register soon to learn all about how you can use open source in your library.

    ]]>     http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/369/feed 0     Open Source in Libraries Survey http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/366 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/366#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:35:45 +0000 Nicole http://opensource.web2learning.net/?p=366 I got this via email and thought I should share it with you all:

    I am pursuing my Ph.D and working on dissertation entitled “Use and Applications of Open Source Software in Libraries.”

    I would like to invite you to participate in Survey which will take about 5-10 minutes to complete. All data entered will be kept confidential, strictly protected and only be used for this research.

    To participate in the survey please visit http://tinyurl.com/bqepbd6

    Please feel free to share above link to your colleagues in your Institute / Company which will help me to get good response.

    Thank you in advance for your time and contribution. Looking forward to a good response.

    –
    Thanks and Regards

    Sandeep Bhavsar
    Librarian
    Dr.V.N.Bedekar Institute of Management Studies
    Thane(W) 400601
    MUMBAI. INDIA

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  • Qnotero
    Qnotero provides lightning quick access to your Zotero references. Zotero is an excellent open source reference manager, but it lacks a simple and direct way to access your references at the click of a button. That is why I created this simple program, which lives in the system tray and allows you to search through your references by Author and/ or Year of Publication. If a PDF file is attached to a reference you can open it directly from within Qnotero.
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    Open Source Learning Management System
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    An enterprise class mobility platform and set of mobile tools for higher education
  • Sigil
    Sigil is a multi-platform EPUB ebook editor. Create your own ebooks.
  • FOSS Advocacy: Resources for directors and library technicians
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  • DAITSS
    DAITSS is a digital preservation software application developed by the Florida Center for Library Automation (FCLA) with some support from the IMLS.
  • GetBack Library Backup System
    The GetBack backup system is designed specifically for use by libraries for ILS and Repository backup and recovery.
  • TWiki
    The Open Source Enterprise Wiki and Web 2.0 Application Platform

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    ]]>     http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/368/feed 0     Zotero Open Source Articles Since 2011-10-08 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/358 http://opensource.web2learning.net/archives/358#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:56:59 +0000 Nicole http://opensource.web2learning.net/?p=358 It’s been a while since I’ve shared my recently bookmarked articles. So here we go:

    Anderson, Patricia F. “Liblime Versus Koha: What Is The Libraryland Opposite of Open Source?” Emerging Technologies Librarian, November 23, 2011. https://etechlib.wordpress.com/2011/11/23/liblime-versus-koha-what-is-the-libraryland-opposite-of-open-source/.
    van den Berg, Karin. “Finding Open Options: An Open Source Software Evaluation Model with a Case Study on Course Management Systems”. Master thesis, Tilburg University, 2005. http://www.karinvandenberg.nl/Thesis.pdf.
    Bledsoe, Elliott. “American Company Is Trying to Yank a Trade Mark from an Open Source Community.” Elliott Bledsoe Web Edition, November 22, 2011. http://elliottbledsoe.com/2011/11/keep-koha-trademark-open-source/.
    corbet. “Koha Creators Asking for Help in Trademark Dispute.” LWN.net, November 22, 2011. http://lwn.net/Articles/468838/.
    Duong, Khue. “Rolling Out Zotero Across Campus as a Part of a Science Librarian’s Outreach Efforts.” Science & Technology Libraries 29, no. 4 (2010): 315–324.
    eifl. “Library Software Costs Comparison Worksheet”, n.d. http://www.eifl.net/system/files/201110/eiflfosslibrarydirectorsadvocacysoftwarechoicesworksheet.pdf.
    Ekart, Donna F. “K-State Research Exchange: Cool Tools for Back to School.” Computers in Libraries 29, no. 8. Tech Tips for Every Librarian (September 2009): 46–47.
    Engard, Nicole C. “Collaboration the Open Source Way.” Collaborative Librarianship 1, no. 4 (November 2009): 162. http://www.collaborativelibrarianship.org/index.php/jocl/article/viewArticle/45
    “Free and Open-Source Software in Libraries.” TechSoup for Libraries, n.d. http://www.techsoupforlibraries.org/planning-for-success/innovation/free-and-open-source-software-in-libraries.
    Getting Stuff into Zotero, 2010. http://www.zotero.org/support/screencast_tutorials/getting_stuff_into_zotero.
    Grumble, Alf. “‘Koha’ Has Been Nabbed by an American Outfit – but What Role Was Played by Maori Advisers in Wellington?” Alf Grumble, November 23, 2011. http://alfgrumblemp.wordpress.com/2011/11/23/koha-has-been-nabbed-by-an-american-outfit-but-what-role-was-played-by-maori-advisers-in-wellington/.
    Hartley, Matt. “Defending Software Freedom – Koha Library Software Community.” WebcamStudio For GNU/Linux, November 22, 2011. http://www.ws4gl.org/news-flash-/defendingsoftwarefreedom-kohalibrarysoftwarecommunity.
    Hedges, Stephen. “A Koha Diary: Implementing Koha at the Nelsonville Public Library.” Athens County Public Libraries, 2005. http://www.myacpl.org/library/koha/koha-diary.
    “Horowhenua Library Astonished US Firm Can Trademark ‘Koha’.” Morning Report. New Zealand: Radio New Zealand, November 23, 2011. http://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2503215/horowhenua-library-astonished-us-firm-can-trademark-%27koha%27.
    “Horowhenua Library Battles Corporate Giant.” ONE News. Levin, New Zealand: TV One, November 23, 2011. http://tvnz.co.nz/national-news/horowhenua-library-battles-corporate-giant-video-4563575.
    Hough, Brenda. “Free and Open Source Software in Libraries.” TechSoup for Libraries, November 24, 2008. http://techsoupforlibraries.org/blog/free-and-open-source-software-in-libraries.
    Huria, Lynell Tuffery. “How the KOHA Trade Mark Dispute Could’ve Been Avoided.” A J Park, November 23, 2011. http://www.ajpark.com/articles/2011/11/koha_trade_mark_dispute.php.
    Kelcher, John. “US Software Company Trademarks Maori Word ‘Koha’ in NZ.” Scoop News, November 24, 2011. http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PA1111/S00484/us-software-company-trademarks-maori-word-koha-in-nz.htm.
    Kim, Thomas. “Building Student Proficiency with Scientific Literature Using the Zotero Reference Manager Platform.” Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education 39, no. 6 (November 11, 2011): 412–415.
    “Kiwi Library in Trademark Fight with US Corporation.” Stuff.co.nz, November 23, 2011. http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/6016492/Small-library-fights-US-corporation-over-software-patent#share.
    Krist, Kerri. “Natural Partners: Libraries and Open Source Initiatives.” Open and Libraries Class Journal 1, no. 2 (July 12, 2009). http://www.infosherpas.com/ojs/index.php/openandlibraries/article/view/40/61.
    “Linux Replaces Windows at Geneva Public Library.” TechSoup for Libraries, 2007. http://www.techsoupforlibraries.org/spotlight/marian-wynn.
    “Linux-based Public Computers Still Running Strong.” TechSoup for Libraries, 2010. http://techsoupforlibraries.org/spotlight/linux-based-public-computers-still-running-strong.
    M., B. “Koha Means Gift, and It Should Remain as Such!” Koha Kenya Community, November 24, 2011. http://kohakenya.wordpress.com/2011/11/24/koha-means-gift-and-it-should-remain-as-such/.
    Miles, Margaret. “Migrating to Koha.” TechSoup for Libraries, March 2, 2011. http://techsoupforlibraries.org/blog/migrating-to-koha.
    Moreland, Sharon. “From Sirsi to Koha…” TechSoup for Libraries, May 1, 2008. http://techsoupforlibraries.org/blog/from-sirsi-to-koha.
    ———. “Life with Koha.” TechSoup for Libraries, December 5, 2008. http://techsoupforlibraries.org/blog/life-with-koha.
    Newman, Nathan. “The Origins and Future of Open Source Software”, 1999. http://www.netaction.org/opensrc/future/oss-whole.html.
    Noyes, Katherine. “Actually, Open Source Code Is Better: Report.” PCWorld Business Center, February 23, 2012. http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/250543/actually_open_source_code_is_better_report.html.
    Parry, Michael J. “Koha Trademark Controversy.” TangataWhenua.com, November 22, 2011. http://news.tangatawhenua.com/archives/14545.
    ———. “The Exemplar Of Stupid: Koha Vs Liblime Trademark.” Blog. The Room of Infinite Diligence, November 22, 2011. http://diligentroom.wordpress.com/2011/11/22/the-exemplar-of-stupid-koha-vs-liblime-trademark/.
    Payne, C. “On the Security of Open Source Software.” Information Systems Journal 12, no. 1 (January 2002): 61–78.
    Petrich, Mary Ellen. “Lessons from the Bazaar: Open Source Software Use and Development in Libraries.” Open and Libraries Class Journal 1, no. 2 (July 12, 2009). http://www.infosherpas.com/ojs/index.php/openandlibraries/article/view/28/32.
    Puckett, Jason. “Superpower Your Browser with LibX and Zotero Open Source Tools for Research.” College & Research Libraries News 71, no. 2 (February 1, 2010): 70–97.
    Quick Bibliographic Demo. Flash, 2009. http://www.zotero.org/support/screencast_tutorials/intro.
    Radio New Zealand. “Maori Trademark Advisory Committee Has Limited Powers.” Radio New Zealand, November 23, 2011. http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/91912/maori-trademark-advisory-committee-has-limited-powers.
    ———. “US Company Defends Overseas Trademark of ‘Koha’.” Radio New Zealand, November 23, 2011. http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/91830/us-company-defends-overseas-trademark-of-%27koha%27.
    Ransom, Jo. “Plea for Help from Horowhenua Library Trust.” Koha Library Software Community, November 21, 2011. http://koha-community.org/plea-horowhenua-library-trust/.
    Ransom, Joann. “Update on NZ Koha Trademark.” Library Matters, November 25, 2011. http://library-matters.blogspot.com/2011/11/update-on-nz-koha-trademark.html.
    Ritterbush, Jon. “Supporting Library Research with LibX and Zotero.” Journal of Web Librarianship 1, no. 3 (2007): 111–122.
    “Rural Kiwi Library Takes US Corporate to Task.” 3 News. New Zealand, November 23, 2011. http://www.3news.co.nz/Rural-Kiwi-library-takes-US-corporate-to-task/tabid/423/articleID/233737/Default.aspx.
    Samuels, Ruth Gallegos, and Henry Griffy. “Evaluating Open Source Software for Use in Library Initiatives: A Case Study Involving Electronic Publishing.” Portal: Libraries and the Academy 12, no. 1 (2012): 41–62. http://muse.jhu.edu/journals/portal_libraries_and_the_academy/summary/v012/12.1.samuels.html.
    Scoop Media. “Mulitnational Seeks To Hijack ‘Koha’ NZ Trademark.” Scoop News, November 23, 2011. http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/HL1111/S00208/blogwatch-mulitnational-seeks-to-hijack-koha-nz-trademark.htm.
    Sheehan, Kate. “Creating Open Source Conversation.” Computers in Libraries 29, no. 2 (February 2009): 8–11.
    “Small Library Gets Global Backers in Trademark Battle.” Morning Report. New Zealand: Radio New Zealand, November 24, 2011. http://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2503323/small-library-gets-global-backers-in-trademark-battle.
    Spinellis, Diomidis, Georgios Gousios, Vassilios Karakoidas, Panagiotis Louridas, Paul J. Adams, Ioannis Samoladas, and Ioannis Stamelos. “Evaluating the Quality of Open Source Software.” Electronic Notes in Theoretical Computer Science 233, no. 0 (March 27, 2009): 5–28.
    Stuff. “Library in Fight with US Corporation.” Stuff.co.nz, November 23, 2011. http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/6016492/Small-library-fights-US-corporation-over-software-trademark.
    “The Koha Trademark Controversy.” Nine To Noon. New Zealand: Radio New Zealand, November 23, 2011. http://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2503240/the-koha-trademark-controversy.
    Trainor, Cindi. “Open Source, Crowd Source: Harnessing the Power of the People Behind Our Libraries.” Program: Electronic Library and Information Systems 43, no. 3 (July 24, 2009): 288–298.
    Vanhecke, Thomas E. “Zotero.” Journal of the Medical Library Association : JMLA 96, no. 3 (July 2008): 275–276.
    Varghese, Sam. “Bradley Kuhn: a Life Devoted to Free Software.” iTWire, June 6, 2011. http://www.itwire.com/opinion-and-analysis/open-sauce/47630-brad-kuhn-a-life-devoted-to-free-software.
    ———. “Koha Dev Sad, Angry at American Trademark Grab.” iTWire, November 25, 2011. http://www.itwire.com/business-it-news/open-source/51365-koha-dev-sad-angry-at-american-trademark-grab.
    Wale, Caria P. “Cloudy with a Chance of Open Source: Open Source Integrated Library Systems and Cloud Computing in Academic Law Libraries.” Legal Reference Services Quarterly 30, no. 4 (November 30, 2011): 310–331.
    Wheeler, David A. “How to Evaluate Open Source Software / Free Software (OSS/FS) Programs”, August 5, 2011. http://www.dwheeler.com/oss_fs_eval.html.
    Willis, Nathan. “Koha Community Squares Off Against Commercial Fork.” TangataWhenua.com, May 10, 2010. http://news.tangatawhenua.com/archives/14552.
    Zotero Tour. Flash, 2012. http://www.zotero.org/support/screencast_tutorials/zotero_tour.
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  • ThinkUp: Social Media Insights Platform
    ThinkUp is a free, open source web application that captures all your activity on social networks like Twitter, Facebook and Google+.

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  • PortableApps.com
    Portable software for USB, portable and cloud drives
  • Spark IM Client
    Spark is an Open Source, cross-platform IM client optimized for businesses and organizations. It features built-in support for group chat, telephony integration, and strong security. It also offers a great end-user experience with features like in-line spell checking, group chat room bookmarks, and tabbed conversations.
  • Open Source Initiative

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  • Dolphin
    Dolphin is a CMS that lets you create social networks, dating sites and web communities. It comes loaded with video chat, recorder, video player, forums, groups, events, video messaging, emails, file sharing as well as desktop and mobile apps.
  • LiveStreet CMS
    LiveStreet CMS lets you create social networks and team blogs. It offers many extensions and multilingual translations.
  • Oxwall
    Oxwall is unbelievably flexible and easy to use PHP/MySQL community software platform. Oxwall is used for a wide range of projects starting from family sites and custom social networks to collaboration tools and enterprise community solutions.

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  • Free Software Directory

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