Author: Muir, Scott P.

Source: Library Hi Tech, Volume 23, Number 4, 2005 , pp. 465-468(4)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Abstract:

<B>Purpose</B> - To introduce the <IT>Library Hi Tech</IT> theme issue on open source software. <B>Design/methodology/approach</B> - At the Hackfest before Access 2004 (a Canadian library technology conference) several people started to code open source software (OSS) solutions. <B>Findings</B> - Some groups estimated they were close to 25 percent done - in just a few days, while attending Access Conference sessions all day. <B>Originality/value</B> - Developments in the OSS library community should encourage you to experiment with these applications, or maybe even develop your own.

Keywords: Computer software; Libraries

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/07378830510700678

Publication date: 2005-12-01

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