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End of dotcom era, Net braces for 'notcoms'
by Pawan Agrawal 20 Jun '11

20 Jun '11

WASHINGTON: Coming soon to the internet: website addresses that end in ".bank," ".Vegas" and ".Canon." The organization that oversees the internet<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/internet> address system is preparing to open the floodgates to a nearly limitless selection of new website suffixes, including ones in Arabic, Chinese and other scripts. That could usher in the most sweeping transformation of the domain<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/domain> name system since its creation in the 1980s. More than 300 suffixes are available today, the bulk of them country-code domains, such as ".uk" for the United Kingdom<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/United-Kingdom> and ".de" for Germany. Hundreds or even thousands more suffixes could be created, categorised by everything from industry to geography to ethnicity. The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers will meet Monday in Singapore <http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Singapore> to vote on its expansion plan for domain names. If ICANN<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/ICANN> approves the plan as expected, new domains could start appearing late next year. The new system could bring innovative branding opportunities and allow all sorts of niche communities to thrive online. But businesses worry that they'll have to grab their brand names before others do. New suffixes could also create confusion as consumers navigate a Web with unfamiliar labels. It's also possible that the new names won't make much difference because many people these days rely on search engines and mobile applications to find what they are looking for online. Consumers don't type Web addresses into browsers nearly as much as they did 15 years ago when talk of a domain name expansion began. "Most people don't pay a lot of attention to website addresses anyway these days," said Danny Sullivan<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Danny-Sullivan>, editor of Search Engine Land, a website that covers the search industry. From a technical standpoint, domain names tell computers on the Internet where to find a website or send an email message. Without them, people would have to remember clunky numerals such as "165.1.59.220" for "ap.org." The monikers have grown to mean much more, however. Amazon.com Inc has built its brand on its website address, while bloggers take pride in running sites with their own domain names. ICANN has already allowed two major expansions of the addressing system. In 2000, it approved seven new domains, including ".info" and ".biz." It began accepting new bids again in 2004. It has approved and added seven from that round, including ".xxx" for pornography sites this past March. Under the expansion plan now before ICANN, future applications would be streamlined and open to all companies, organizations and individuals. That has set off a virtual land rush. Organisations that operate new suffixes will be able to collect registration fees from websites that want names. The fees could add up to millions of dollars a year if a website is popular enough. A group of entrepreneurs in Las Vegas<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Las-Vegas> is vying to operate a ".Vegas" suffix. They have the city's endorsement and consider ".Vegas" a way to unify local merchants, entertainment venues, residents and even businesses beyond Sin City. Former professional hockey player Ron Andruff is working with international sports federations to bid for ".sport." He expects sports leagues, teams, athletes, equipment makers and fans to want websites with a suffix that defines them better. Two groups - one backed by the Sierra Club<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Sierra-Club> and the other by Greenpeace<http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Greenpeace> and other environmental organization - are separately seeking the right to operate a ".eco" suffix. Big business will stake claims, too. Printer and camera maker Canon Inc plans to apply for ".Canon". Trade groups for bankers and financial-services companies are working together to explore bids for ".bank", ".insure" and ".invest" for their member companies. New domains offer fresh branding possibilities for companies to identify themselves online in "a more relevant or a more localized" way, said Pat Kane <http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/topic/Pat-Kane>, a senior vice president at VeriSign Inc., which operates ".com" and ".net." Although suffixes added over the past decade haven't been as popular as ".com," there has been demand for an expansion because nearly all of the most desirable ".com" addresses have been taken. There are more than 94 million registered under ".com." The thinking is that new businesses setting up shop online might prefer a simple name that ends in ".bank" rather than "TheBankDownTheStreetFromTheSupermarket.com." The expansion plan before ICANN had been delayed, however, largely because of concerns that new suffixes could infringe on trademarks and copyrights. There's also worry that new suffixes could deceive consumers, create new platforms for hate groups or lead to website addresses ending in obscenities. ICANN spent years crafting guidelines and creating procedures for objecting to applications. ICANN already has approved rules for some countries to claim suffixes that spell their names in languages other than English. The new plan opens that up to Chinese and Arabic versions of ".bank" and ".sport" as well. It won't be cheap to operate a domain name suffix. The application fee is $185,000, and winners will have to pay $25,000 annually after that. Disputes are likely as different groups go after the same domain. ICANN may auction off domains if multiple parties have legitimate claims. Legal fees could also pile up as trademark owners and governments file objections to certain applications. Trademark holders, in particular, fear they would have to register a lot of addresses they don't need or want simply to keep others from using them. Microsoft Corp, for instance, would not want websites addresses such as "Microsoft.software" and "Microsoft.computer" used to commit fraud or sell pirated goods. Copyright owners, too, worry they would have to devote more resources to fighting online piracy with a proliferation of websites ending in ".movies" and ".music" that distribute copyrighted content illegally. ICANN has crafted rules meant to give trademark owners a first shot at claiming their brands. It would also have a process to quickly disable addresses that are clear violations. But Steven Metalitz, a lawyer for a coalition of movie studios, recording labels and other copyright holders, fears ICANN won't be aggressive enough in enforcing the rules. Still, supporters of the expansion believe it will create opportunities. Juan Diego Calle, whose company operates the existing ".co" suffix, said that with more alternatives available, more businesses and groups will see that they can set up shop online with a catchy, easy-to-remember website that doesn't end in ".com." Source of Information: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com -- Thanks and Regards *-------* Join hands, Join eLibrarian http://elibrarian.grouply.com <http://elibrarian.grouply.com%20/> *-------* *Pawan R. Agrawal *Librarian Takshshila Centre for Learning Transpek Silox Industry Ltd. Kalali Road- Atladra Vadodara- 390012 Ph. 9376135580 http://www.pragrawal.wordpress.com http://elibrarian.grouply.com Skype ID: pawanagrawal4u4u -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancies at Tata Memorial Hospital For B.Sc Candidates. Apply Before 22nd July, 2011
by ramesh chander 20 Jun '11

20 Jun '11

Dear Library ProfessionalsVacancies at Tata Memorial Hospital For B.Sc Candidates. Apply Before 22nd July, 2011 Name of the Government Organization: Tata Memorial Hospital Advt. No.: 50 / 2011 Tata Memorial Hospital invites applications for the following posts: Job Designation: Library Trainees Number of Positions: 02 (Two) Pay Scale: Rs. 10000/- Educational Qualification: Science Graduate with 55% and above marks with Bachelor in Library Inform. Sc. (essential) / Master in Library Inform. Sc. with 55% marks. Knowledge of technologies used in library – Library management software etc. Age Limit: Upto 35 years (as on 22.07.2011)Relaxable for sponsored candidates and SC / ST & OBC as per rules. Location of Posting: Mumbai Application Fee: The candidate shall submit a Demand Draft of Rs.250/- (Rs.60/- for SC/ST candidates) drawn in favour of Tata Memorial Centre, Parel, Mumbai, on or before 22.07.2011 to H.R.D. Officer, Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel, Mumbai – 400 012. How To Apply For Opening: Eligible applicants would be required to apply ONLINE. The application can only be submitted after entering the Registration Slip No., DD Number. The candidate must submit a recent passport size photograph, attested copies of all certificates regarding Date of Birth, Educational Qualifications, Experience Certificates, Caste Certificate, Physically Handicapped Certificate etc. along with the copy of online application form. Last date for receiving applications is 22.07.2011. Last Date To Apply: 22nd July 2011 Contact Address: Tata Memorial Centre, Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel, Mumbai Advertisement Details: http://www.tatamemorialcentre.com/work/work64.html With Regards, Romesh Chander Assistant Librarian, Central Library Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra(Jammu) Mob. No. 09906318466 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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University Library Website
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 20 Jun '11

20 Jun '11

Dear All, The University Library, Central University of Kerala has developed a website on free yola site to serve its user community. One can access the full text of several open access journals through this website. Please have a look at the website and explore the possibilities. Pl. send a word of remark for further improvement. Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai Assistant Librarian & Co-ordinator, NMEICT Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library website at: www.universitylibrarycuk.yolasite.com<http://www.cuklibinfopage.blogspot.com> -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Opening at National Insurance Academy, Pune
by Mailing List Admin 20 Jun '11

20 Jun '11

Date: Mon, 20 Jun 2011 10:56:53 +0530 From: bhagyashree sane <bjsane(a)gmail.com> Pl forward this mail to all library communities: National Insurance Academy, Pune requires *Academic Assistant (Library) Grade I*. Pl visit www.niapune.com - recruitments for further details. Chief Librarian National Insurance Academy, Pune

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Reg. e-books organize tool.
by Mailing List Admin 20 Jun '11

20 Jun '11

Date: Mon, 20 Jun 2011 09:16:50 +0530 From: Praveen C S <Praveen_CS(a)jubilantbiosys.com> Dear Professionals, Kindly inform me, which is the best software for organizing the e-books. Thanks in advance. With Kind Regards Praveen

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KLA National Seminar on CONTENT MANAGEMENT AND LIBRARIES: Call for papers and Seminar updates
by faisal sl 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

KERALA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION (KLA) National Seminar on CONTENT MANAGEMENT AND LIBRARIES New Vistas for Harnessing Information Dates:14-16 July 2011 Venue: Padmam Auditorium Institute of Management in Government (IMG) Thiruvananthapuram – 695 033 FACETS OF THE THEME OF THE SEMINAR  Knowledge Management : New Dimensions  Document Management  Preservation Strategies  Web / Portal Content Management  Enterprise Content Management  Open Access Initiatives / Learning Object Repositories / Institutional Repositories  Digital Learning Systems  Online Learning and Course Management Systems  From Web 2.0 to Library 2.0  Delivery Methods  Info Marketing  Aggregators & Integrators  Case Studies  Tools, Techniques & Devices  Security Technologies  Application in various Information Systems including :  Public Libraries  Academic Libraries  S & T / R & D Institutional Libraries  Corporate Sector Libraries  Media Libraries  CMS Administration & Librarians : Fusion  HR Development  Education  Training In addition, the Seminar will also have a Vendor Session focusing on Tools & Techniques and Products & Services. A Panel Discussion & the Concluding Session are expected to help consolidate the deliberations and plot specific guidelines for practicing professionals. REGISTRATION General : Rs. 1000.00 Concession Rate for KLA Life Members & Students : Rs. 750.00 Download registration form: http://klanationalseminar2011.wordpress.com/registration/ SUBMISSION OF PAPERS (a) Soft copy as e-mail attachment to : kps31147(a)yahoo.com /kps31147new(a)gmail.com & (b) Print version to : The General Convener, KLA National Seminar-2011, Kerala Library Association, 36, II Floor, Kairalie Plaza Annexe, Karamana P.O., Thiruvananthapuram– 695 002 Author guidelines: http://klanationalseminar2011.wordpress.com/submission-of-papers/ (A paper will be selected from among the papers presented at the seminar (excluding invited lectures) and given with the “Best paper Award”) IMPORTANT DATES Last date for submission of Papers : 25 June 2011 Last date for Registration : 05 July 2011 Release of Souvenir : 14 July 2011 The Event : 14 – 16 July 2011 FOR MORE INFORMATION AND SEMINAR UPDATES, http://klanationalseminar2011.wordpress.com/ http://www.keralalibraryassociation.org/ QUICK REFERENCE Mr.K.P. Sadasivan, General Convener & President, KLA, Mob. 919447903282 Dr. A. Gopikuttan , Joint General Convener & Vice President, KLA, Mob. 919446428163 Dr. P. K. Suresh Kumar, Joint Convener & General Secretary, KLA, Mob.919495718460 ********************** Posted by, S.L.Faisal Convener (Publicity) KLA National Seminar 2011 slfaizal at gmail.com/ 919447699724 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: EIFL-PLIP call for concept papers for grants
by Subbiah Arunachalam 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

----- Forwarded Message ----- From: IAN JOHNSON (0616285) <i.m.johnson(a)rgu.ac.uk> To: Cc: Sent: Friday, 17 June 2011, 17:55 Subject: FW: EIFL-PLIP call for concept papers for grants would you be so kind and help us disseminate EIFL-PLIP call for concept papers to your mailing lists. It is rather late, but perhaps the inforemation will encourage those who already have ideas. Thank you- Breda Karun EIFL-PLIP is pleased to announce a call for concept papers from public libraries in countries with emerging and developing economies. This Call will focus on the replication of services from projects funded in the first round of EIFL-PLIP. The proposed concept papers can be either for new activities/services or to strengthen/extend a service/project which the proposing library is already running. Applicants are invited to develop and adapt services to their local context. The successful concept papers will involve public libraries providing a service in one of the four following service areas in meaningful partnership with relevant bodies: · Support for children and youth at risk · Support for farming and farmers · Provision of health information · Improving people’s employment prospects. The deadline for all concept papers is 30th June 2011. Twenty small grants of up to $15000 [USD] each will be awarded at the end of October 2011 for work to be done during the following 12 months. For more information on the Call and how to apply, go to http://www.eifl.net/eifl-plip-call-concept-papers Robert Gordon University is the best modern university in the UK (The Times Good University Guide 2011) Robert Gordon University, a Scottish charity registered under charity number SC 013781. This e-mail and any attachment is for authorised use by the intended recipient(s) only. It may contain proprietary material, confidential information and/or be subject to legal privilege. It should not be copied, disclosed to, retained or used by, any other party. If you are not an intended recipient then please promptly delete this e-mail and any attachment and all copies and inform the sender. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of Robert Gordon University. Thank you. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy for Assistant Librarian ( IIT Bombay)
by Veeru 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

Dear Professionals, INDIAN INSTIUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, BOMBAY POWAI, MUMBAI – 400 076 *Assistant Librarian (3 Posts- 1 reserved for OBC 2 for Unreserved)* Pay Band : [PB-3] Rs. 15600-39100 + Rs. 6000/- (Academic Grade pay) (Total emoluments on the minimum of the Pay Band is approx. Rs. 37,448/- excluding HRA). *Qualification & Experience :* Master's degree in Library Science/Information Science/Documentation or an equivalent professional degree with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale plus a consistently good academic record. At least 7 years experience in a responsible capacity in a University level Library. Candidates should be familiar with usage of Library software and have experience in library computerisation. *Age limit* : Preferably below 40 years. Last date for receipt of completed form to reach Registrar, IIT Bombay, Powai, Mumbai – 400 076 is 4 th July 2011 *for more Detils visit website *:*http://www.iitb.ac.in/AsstLib.pdf* Application form can be downloaded from *http://www.iitb.ac.in/jobs.html* * with regards Virupaksh BH National Library of India Kolkata. * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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ILA 56th Conference
by Pardeep Rai 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

Dear sir kindly forward this information to Forum members Indian Library association is organizing its 56th All India Conference from 21-23 July at OP Jindal University, Sonepat, Haryana. the topic/theme is Public Libraries of the Future:opportunities and challenges Details of the conference etc can be downloaded from the below link www.ilaindia.net with regards -- Dr.Pardeep Rai Librarian Maitreyi College University of Delhi Chanakya Puri, New Delhi 110021( India) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Trainee
by Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai 17 Jun '11

17 Jun '11

Central University of Kerala located at Kasaragod, Kerala needs Library Trainees for its Library. Qualification required:BLISc/MLISc (preferably MLISc). Computer Knowledge is essential. The selection will be based on the interview and practical test. Stipend: Rs. 8000/- per month. Training period: One year. Those who are interested may attend the walk-in-interview and practical test with all original certificates on 28th June 2011 at 10am at the Central University Office at Nayanmarmoola, Kasaragod. Contact Phone No. 04994- 255533 Regards, -- Dr.Dineshan Koovakkai Assistant Librarian & Co-ordinator, NMEICT Central University of Kerala Vidyanagar P.O. Kasargod, Kerala, India Blog: www.dineshkoovakkai.blogspot.com Visit our library blog at: www.cuklibinfopage.blogspot.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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