Lecture 4 & Chp 5 &6 Flashcards
1
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What format are “traditional” reference collections in?
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2
Q
Many other print formats. What are they?
A
Books, serials, gov’t info, special collections
3
Q
What are types of electronic collections?
A
Video recordings, film, sound recordings, special collections (“born digital”), databases (text, media).
4
Q
Every format a library carries requires what?
A
Storage and on going maintenance.
5
Q
Is digital permanence easier than paper?
A
No. Preserving digital resources is a very complex issue.
6
Q
What are the two broadest categories within the issues of digital preservation?
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Storage and access. Storage: digital devices change rapidly, how long will the data last & remain error free? Access: relates to hardware able to retrieve stored info and data.
