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Inform the release of version 3.0.3 Update 2.
by shivu Komalapura 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

inform the release of version 3.0.3 Update 2. Download links and installation notes ------------------------------------------------- Upgrade from version 3.0.3 or version 3.0.3 U1: http://www.verussolutions.biz/kb/upgradeTo303U2From303 Upgrade from version 3.0.2: http://www.verussolutions.biz/kb/upgradeTo303From302 Upgrade from any other older version: http://www.verussolutions.biz/kb/node/27 Happy to help you ------------------------- For any assistance in Installation or upgrade contact us at Email: support(a)verussolutions.biz Telephone: +91 741 678 3719,+91 741 678 2119, +91 402 771 9161,+91 402 771 9162 Yahoo Messenger: ngl.oss1(a)yahoo.com Google Talk: ngl.oss.support.1(a)verussolutions.biz Skype Id for voice chat: newgenlib.oss Forums: http://newgenlib.2944635.n2.nabble.com/ Are you planning to automate your library? (New users) -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Get installation, training, data migration, support and life-long updates with zero cost and no conditions whatsoever. Register at http://www.verussolutions.biz/web/nglAdaptationProgram What's new in this update? ------------------------------------ List of new features/bug fixes are present in "What's new in this update (U2)?" section athttp://www.verussolutions.biz/kb/upgradeTo303U2From303 Wishing you a happy library management Warm regards NewGenLib Open Source Team To unsubscribe from this newsletter, click the link below: http://pub8.bravenet.com/elist/add.php?action=leave&usernum=606868682&email… -- Sincerely K. N Shivakumaraswamy, MLISc,. MPhil., (PhD) Librarian & Head B G S Institute of Technology B G Nagara Contact Number- 9482114199 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Amazon launches the Kindle Owners’ Lending Library
by jasim s 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

for more details ,click the link http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/amazon-launches-the-kindle-owners-lendi… Jasimudeen.s MG University Library -- Jasimudeen.s *Life is like a document:what matter is how good it is ,not how long it is"* * * *"Be in touch,I am just a mail away not a mile away"..* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: Forwarding J-Gate newsletter to LIS Forum
by ratnakar＠informindia.co.in 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

Dear Moderator: I request you nto kindly circulate the following among the lis-forum members. Thanking you, With best wishes A. Ratnakar New Delhi 9891390300 ______________________________ Dear LIS Forum members, I am happy to forward the November issue of J-Gate Newsletter, covering feature articles on ‘Open J-Gate vs. DOAJ’ on the occasion of ‘Open Access Week’ Web Dewey 2.0 as latest tool for classifiers Serendipity value of information (editorial) Parametric and non-parametric tests (researchers’ corner) The issue also carries ‘news at J-Gate’ together with general news, changes in e-journals and upcoming conferences. Please visit: http://www.informindia.co.in/iil_newsletter.asp Your views and suggestions are welcome. A.Rathnakar Informatics India Ltd New Delhi 9891390300 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CONFERENCE on "Academic Libraries in Electronic Era (ALEE2012) : Electronic Resource Development and Access"
by Ajay Kamble 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

Dear all, SNDT Women’s University Library is organising STATE LEVEL CONFERENCE on "Academic Libraries in Electronic Era (ALEE2012) : Electronic Resource Development and Access" on 17th and 18th January 2012 at SNDT Women’s University Library, Churchgate, Mumbai 400 020. *IMPORTANT DATES:* Paper and Abstract Submission : 30th November 2011 Conference : 17th and 18th January 2012 Acceptance Notification : 12th December 2011 Registration Deadline : 30th December 2011 Sub-themes of the conference *Scholarly Communication Processes in academic Libraries* - E-Library Resources in electronic environment - Open Access E-Resources - Digital Preservation, Digitization projects *E- Resources : Collection Development: Technology, Infrastructure, Policies * - Resource Acquisition and Consortia formulation - Institutional Repositories, electronic theses and dissertations *Library Services in electronic environment: Best practices, innovations, eco-friendly Libraries* - Information Literacy - University–College Libraries : Linkages and alliances for e resource management - Use of Social media in academic libraries, web 2.0 tools and their use in academic libraries * Usage and User Studies* - Usage and statistics of e-resources - Copyright and IPR issues - Marketing and Promotion of E Resources *Call for Papers* : Original contributions based on applications / research / surveys / practices related to the theme are invited for presentations and poster presentations. All papers should be submitted through email only. Email address to send the papers is alee(a)gmail.com Guidelines for the Contributors: All papers will be evaluated by a team of experts. Each contributor is required/requested to submit double spaced copy of the full paper (Not exceeding 2000 words –through e mail) and an abstract (Not exceeding200 words) in MS WORD (2007)format in English in Times New Roman. Contributors are requested to use 12 type font in A4 size set up with one inch margin all around for consistency. References should be given in APA format. Final paper submission must accompany a certificate by the author(s) that the paper is an original piece of work and has neither been published * * *REGISTRATION FEE: * Rs.1200/- will include • Conference kit • CD of papers submitted • Conference Lunch & High Tea For students and retired librarians : Fee Rs. 800/- It will not be possible to provide accommodation of any type. But accommodation may be chosen from a wide range of hotels/hostels the details of which will be provided with the intimation of acceptance of paper. * * *TIME:*10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. VENUE: S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020 *For further information, please contact * *Dr. Sushama Powdwal, * *Organizing Secretary* *University Librarian & Head,* *SHPT School of Library Science* *SNDT Women’s University, * *1,Nathibai Thakersey Road,* *Mumbai 400 020* *Tel. 22085439 , (M) 9223450056* * 22072792* * Email sushama_juhu(a)rediffmail.com* * spowdwal(a)gmail.com* -- Ajay M. Kamble Librarian Annasaheb Vartak Arts, Commerce, Science College, Vasai Road (W), Dist. Thane - 401202 www.mlsc.co.nr www.ajaykamble.co.nr -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Reg: Subscription of E-journal
by ksgimahesh 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

Dear Professionals, With reference to the above subject We want subscribe *ASTM DIGITAL LIBRARY ONLINE VERSION to our library*. Can any one give me the contact details of the publisher. -- *With Regards* ** * Mahesh. Y Assistant Librarian, K.S.School of Engineering & Management, K.S.Group of Institutions, Bangalore-62. * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Anna centenary library will be reconstructed into a hospital
by mithun raj 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

Dear collegeues, Read the following thread and COMMENTS FROM READERS in Times of India- http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/Another-dream-project-of-Ka… Jayalalitha is planning to convert the biggest library in South Asia to a children's hospital. Leaving aside the politics, it is heartening to learn the general public's love for libraries from the comment's section. Most of the people commented aganist such a move. -- Mithun Raj M. Scientific Assistant (Library) Indian Statistical Institute, Chennai Centre Library SETS Building, MGR Knowledge City, CIT Campus Taramani, Chennai- 683110 Mobile: +919379916419 Alt id: librarian.isic(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Regarding AICTE mandatory rule to subscribe to INDEST resources
by nag naga raja 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

Dear professionals AICTE has made a mandatory rule to subscribe INDEST resources and annual addition of books. It is very interesting that AICTE has given formula and format regarding how many faculties are required and what are their essential educational qualification required to occupy the post in engineering colleges. But there is no single word regarding Librarian or library staff is mentioned in the Hand Book 2012-13. This means that institutions can run the library without Librarian and the qualified staff even though they have the collection and e-resources as per the norms. AICTE is making mandatory rule/norms like library should subscribe to six INDEST resources and every year library should add 250 books for each branch etc. If an institution subscribes and adds as per the norms of AICTE, how can users get the good quality service without the qualified and sufficient number of Library staff? If AICTE is not taking any interest, then why private colleges will take steps to improve th! e Library systems and services. In India, AICTE is the only apex body to regulate and control the activities of Technical Education. So, I appeal to the AICTE Library Advisory committee members to take suitable steps and fix certain norms for Library staff, depending on total collection and the services they provide. A.Nagaraja Librarian Sri Krishna Institute of Technology Bangalore -560090 NAGARAJA.A -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Greetings from NewGenLib Open Source.
by shivu Komalapura 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

Greetings from NewGenLib Open Source. We have answered some "Frequently asked questions" for you regarding the NewGenLib Adaptation Program ( http://www.verussolutions.biz/web/nglAdaptationProgram). Q: Is this software really free? Will there be any hidden costs in using the software in the future? A: NewGenLib is open source under GNU GPL. It is not just free it more than that. Its freedom. You can use the software and also re-distribute it with out any restrictions. There is no restriction on number of users or number of records or anything else. Its HONESTLY free. Q: Is the software complete and comprehensive in terms of functionality and features? A: NewGenLib comprehensively covers all the aspects of Library automation. Its functional modules are Acquisitions, Serials Management, Technical Processing(Cataloguing), Circulation, Web OPAC and Reports. In fact if you compare NewGenLib with all other similar open source software and many commercial software it is more sophisticated both in terms of functionality and technology. Q: Is the software stable? A: NewGenLib is in the market from the year 2004. It is used as a primary ILS(Integrated Library System) in many libraries across the globe. It is highly stable and is becoming more robust every day Q: In the future, What should I do if I find bugs in the software? A: Our bugs database is on-line at http://code.google.com/p/newgenlib/issues/list . Register bugs online and track them. Critical bugs are resolved in less than 48-hours (Working days) and hosted at Nightly builds Q: In the future, What should I do if I have new requirements that must be incorporated in the software? A: NewGenLib development team is doing that hard work for you. We are in continuous interaction with the community (Which includes you) to understand the latest requirements for a library. We are developing and incorporating the new features for you. You can suggest and get new features developed for your library. It is our responsibility and duty to keep the NewGenLib in tune with your requirements. Q: I will be using NewGenLib for my organization's library. What should I do if the software crashes? My work will come to a immediate halt. Who will help me out? A: NewGenLib offers "Emergency services". These services help librarians during critical times and panic times to restore the system with out data loss. We request libraries to take backup at regular intervals. NewGenLib does not charge for this one-to-one emergency service. Just give us a message at http://www.verussolutions.biz/web/content/do-you-need-urgent-help-newgenlib… Q: In the future, What should I do if I want to change the software? A: You can export your whole catalog data into MARC Communication format. This you can import into any other software. Isn't it freedom? If we did not answer any of your concerns please do write to us ( info(a)verussolutions.biz). Looking forward to hear from you. Wishing you a happy library management. Warm regards NewGenLib Open Source Team To unsubscribe from this newsletter, click the link below: http://pub8.bravenet.com/elist/add.php?action=leave&usernum=606868682&email… -- Sincerely K. N Shivakumaraswamy, MLISc,. MPhil., (PhD) Librarian & Head B G S Institute of Technology B G Nagara Contact Number- 9482114199 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Book Enquiry - Rasa Raja Tharangini
by manoj kumar 03 Nov '11

03 Nov '11

Dear Library professionals, Kindly inform me the availability of the book titled 'Rasa Raja Tharangini' , published in sanskrit, in your library. (Unfortunately i don't have more biblio- details)The book is dealt with medicinal applications of Rasa(Mercury). If it is not available in your library, kindly suggest the possible ways to get the same. with regards *Manoj Kumar P.* Librarian Nehru Arts and Science College Kanhangad Kerala Ph: 09895266543 email: librariannasc(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Seminar on ELITE 2011
by Dept. of Library Science MVC 02 Nov '11

02 Nov '11

National Seminar on Emerging Library and Information TEchnologies-2011 (ELITE 2011) is organized by the Department of Library Science, Madras Veterinary College, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, as a part of World Veterinary Year Celebrations-2011, to bring together Library and information science professionals, academician and educationist in the field of Library and Information Science and Knowledge Industry to create awareness about the recent developments on emerging technologies in the field of LIS by presenting papers, discussions, exchange of views and sharing of experiences on various issues related to emerging library and information technologies. *THEME: **E**MERGING **L**IBRARY AND **I**NFORMATION **TE** CHNOLOGIES* *SUB-THEMES* § Emerging Technological Innovations in library management and services § Library 2.0, Library 3.0, Web 2.0, Web 3.0 § Enhancing Access: Role of Cataloguing and Metadata § E-learning /Virtual Learning/ Resource-based learning, virtual and independent learning § Technology/Infrastructure/Policy Issues § Role of Social Networking Sites § e-Resources, Library Portals and Gateways § e-Journal Consortia, Resource sharing in the networked digital environment § Digital content management § Open Source Software, Open Access Journals, OAI § Scientometrics, Webometrics, Informetrics and Cybermetrics § Institutional Repositories, Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs) § Information Literacy Programmes, Semantic Web, Copyright and IPR issues § e-Publishing, Best practices in modern library services § Community Information Services / Public Libraries § Virtual Reference Service, Marketing Library Services and Products *Call for Papers* Papers on the theme and subthemes enumerated above or any other issue related with the broad theme of the Seminar based on research or practical experience in the field may be submitted for presentation at the Seminar. The contributor can include any other topic falling under the broad gamut of the main theme of Seminar. Case studies will also be accepted. All papers will go through a process of review by a panel of experts and accepted papers will be published in the *Seminar Proceedings with ISBN as per UGC Guidelines*. Only accepted papers will be allowed to be presented during the Seminar. Papers may also be accepted for poster presentation. The papers should not exceed 2500 words and it should contain an abstract of 200 words. The paper in Ms-Word format in A4 size single column and single line space may be sent to the *Organising Secretary, ELITE 2011* by email to *os.elite.2011(a)gmail.com* and *hodlibmvc(a)tanuvas.org.in* *on or before 15.11.2011*. *Participants* Library and information science professionals, academicians and researchers in the field of Library and Information Science and Knowledge Industry, Library administrators, policy makers and others interested in the field of Library and Information Technologies.** *Registration* *LIS Professionals* *Non-Residential* *Rs. 1,000/-* *Research Scholars / Students / Retired Staff* *Non-Residential* *Rs. 750/-* *Accommodation (Limited)* *Contact the Organising Secretary* * * *Important Dates* *Submission of full papers with Registration Fee November 15, 2011* *Notification to authors November 21, 2011* *Camera ready paper November 30, 2011* *Conference dates December 09-10, 2011* All LIS professionals are requested to make use of this National Seminar to meet their peers and also to present their papers. A Hearty Welcome to all LIS professionals from the Organizing Committee of ELITE 2011. With regards, -- Dr.G.Rathinasabapathy, Ph.D. Organizing Secretary, National Seminar on ELITE 2011 Department of Library Science Madras Veterinary College Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Chennai - 600 007 Tel.: (044) 25381506 Ext.278, 25388997 Tel/Fax: (044) 25388997 email: hodlibmvc(a)tanuvas.org.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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