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Disruptive technologies
by Subbiah Arunachalam 12 Dec '14

12 Dec '14

Friends: If you have not embraced new technologies for your libraries yet, you might want to read this one-page article on "Can libraries survive disruptive technologies?" http://www.cilip.org.uk/cilip/blog/can-libraries-survive-disruptive-technol… Best. Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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New version of liblivecd-1.5 (DSpace/Koha/Drupal)
by Sunita Barve 11 Dec '14

11 Dec '14

Dear all, We are happy to inform about the new release of LibLiveDVD version 1.5. LibliveDVD is made available now for 32bit and 64bit machines. Both these versions can be downloaded from following link: https://sourceforge.net/projects/liblivecd/files/Version-1.5/ The current version of LibLiveDVD contains lubuntu 14.04.01 LTS, Dspace-4.2, Koha-3.18 & Drupal 7.34. All these three software are pre-configured and pre-installed. Along with DSpace, Koha & Drupal, DVD also contains following server related software preinstalled such as:- Apache2 Web Server, Openssh, ftp Server, MySQL Server, PostGreSQL Server, Courier/Exim4 Mail Server, SquirrelMail Web Mail Client, Teamviewer and Minimum desktop environment. Drupal Content Management Open Source Software is added considering the requirements from libraries to create their library websites with dynamic look plus managing variety of content types. Koha is installed through lubuntu packages which will allow users to upgrade Koha with just two commands such as "apt-get update" & "apt-get upgrade koha-common". After installing libliveDVD login to root and upgrade your koha before using it on production machine. The web installation part of Koha and Drupal is as well preconfigured in the DVD. Koha can directly be run by logging with user 'koha_library' with password 'library'. Drupal can be run by logging with user 'drupal' with password 'library'. There is no need to run any web installation part for Koha and Drupal now. To input multilingual data in DSpace/Koha, IBUS input method is also installed on the DVD. Teamviewer 10 is preinstalled to share desktop, Abiword for editing/reading word documents, gnumeric for using spreadsheets, vim/gedit for text editing and epdfview for reading PDF files, ssh for remote login. Libreoffice and multimedia related software are excluded from the DVD and these can easily be installed by running "System Tools-Synaptic Package Manager". If the synaptic “reload” does not work try changing repositories links to http://archives.ubuntu.com/ubuntu instead of http://in.archives.ubuntu.com/ubuntu and then search and install any other required software. lUbuntu operating system (Lightweight Operating System) is chosen considering requirements from libraries where libraries have low configuration desktops in their libraries but still wish to initiate their library web sites, initiate library automation, as well as wish to create digital libraries. With old desktops try to install 32bit version of DVD. For newer configurations of machines install 64bit version of the DVD. Please follow proper installation steps to install LibLiveDVD if you wish to have dual boot i.e. windows as well as linux installation on your machines. We would greatly appreciate your valuable feedback. Please send any feed back to: ard(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in ; ardprasad(a)gmail.com OR sunitabarve(a)gmail.com ; sa.barve(a)ncl.res.in reg, Sunita Barve, Ph. D. Senior Technical Officer National Chemical Laboratory Dr, Homi Bhaba Road Pune 411008, INDIA Email :sunitabarve@gmail.com ; sa.barve(a)ncl.res.in http://sunitabarve.googlepages.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Vacancy of Asst. Librarian & Librarian Post at IIT Roorkee
by Mukesh Anand 11 Dec '14

11 Dec '14

Hon'ble Members, There is Vacancy of Asst. Librarian & Librarian Post at IIT Roorkee Brief detail is followed Assistant Librarian 01 post - ST PB 3 Rs. 15,600-39,100 & AGP Rs. 6000/- Librarian 01 post - UR PB 4 Rs. 37,400-67,000 & AGP Rs. 10,000/- Last date for both the post is 31/12/2014 Visit the website 1. www.iitr.ac.in 2.Go to Quick Links on Home Page 3. Other Job Openings 4. Non Academic Jobs with Thanx & Regards, Mukesh Anand Library & Information Assistant National Academy of Indian Railways Vadodara (Gujarat0 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Junior Library & Information Assistant : 02 posts
by Sathish Naik H 11 Dec '14

11 Dec '14

1. *How to Apply* : Application form in the prescribed format complete in all respect, with the 'RGIPT- Rae Bareli Centre, Post applied for______' clearly super scribed on the envelope, should reach at the following address by registered post by *05/01/2015* : *The Registrar, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology, Ratapur Chowk, Raebareli - 229316 (U.P.) * Please view http://rgipt.ac.in/ for details and application form. -- Regards Sathish Naik H 9980925754 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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The Chronicle
by Subbiah Arunachalam 11 Dec '14

11 Dec '14

I want to know which libraries in India subscribe to *The chronicle of Higher Education* (USA). If you know of any, please let me know. Thanks. Arun -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Need Information about Library Documentaries
by Byrappa, Ananda (GE Global Research) 10 Dec '14

10 Dec '14

Dear LIS Professionals, Need your help to know about availability/existence of Library related/centric documentaries in India. Appreciate if you could share information by email. Please feel free to share info, even if its incomplete... I can consolidate and share the list with the forum at a later stage. Best Regards, Anand Ananda T.Byrappa Global Leader, Whiteny Knowledge Center Six Sigma Black Belt GE John F Welch Technology Center 122, EPIP, Phase 2, Whitefield Road, Bangalore 560066, INDIA Phone: 91-90-4088 2618 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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OOD Letter to attend the National Conference at Jain University on19 - 20 Dec 2014
by mailman＠ncsi.iisc.ernet.in 10 Dec '14

10 Dec '14

From: "meera anand" <meeraanandsbmjc(a)rediffmail.com> Date: Tue, December 9, 2014 4:10 pm Dear All, This is to inform you that OOD facility is available to attend the Two Day National Conference on " Trends in Management of Academic Libraries in Digital Environment (TMALDEN- 2014) organized by the Learning Resource Center,Jain University on 19th & 20th December 2014 at School of Commerce and Management Studies, Jain Knowledge Campus, District Fund Road, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bangalore- 560 069. OOD letter can be downloaded from http://www.jainuniversity.ac.in/PDF/2014-15/TMALDEN-2014-Circular.pdf With Regards, Meeramani N Organizing Secretary TMALDEN-2014. Jain University Bangalore

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Sad Demise of Sri. D.N. Nagaraja Rao
by Vasanth 09 Dec '14

09 Dec '14

Dear Sir/Madam, It was sad that Sri. D.N. Nagaraja Rao is no more. I did hear this sad news while attending the two day national conference on "Social Media and Libraries" held at the SBRR Mahajana College, Mysore. He was so passionate about library profession. He used to attend all the conferences and seminars held in and around Mysore. He was regular attendee of all the programs that MyLISA was part of. Often in the intervals at scholarly meetings he used to share his views and express his childlike inquisitiveness like "Super" if he come across good works. He used to ask young professionals about new technological developments and their applications in libraries. He was serving Ramakrishana Mission library after his retirement to just to serve the society and keep himself active in the profession. I was fortunate that I had some occasions to meet him and talk with him. May his soul rest in peace. ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N.Mysore -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Re: [LIS-Forum] Ignite - Newsletter for Librarians in South Asia - Issue 4
by mailman＠ncsi.iisc.ernet.in 09 Dec '14

09 Dec '14

From: "Ashok Asundi" <ashok_asundi(a)yahoo.com> Date: Fri, December 5, 2014 6:40 am Dear Shegon, I am delighted to get the Ignite on my mail box and it was exciting to read many clips and interviews. I am very happy to see the Interview excerpts of Dr. Goudar who has a feather in his cap with the rejuvenating the UML and I am sure he would repeat his performance again. I have enjoyed reading the entire Newsletter in one go and would be eager to see its next edition. I regret to have missed T and F meet on 21st Nov. as I had prior commitment at Karnatak Univeristy, Academic Staff College, Dharwad. With warm regards, Prof. A.Y.Asundi Prof. A.Y.Asundi Professor and Chairman,(Ret) Dept. Library and Information Science and Officer in charge IT Centre,Bangalore University, Bangalore Cell: 9980815468 emai; ashok_asundi(a)yahoo.com On Thursday, December 4, 2014 5:49 PM, "mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in" <mailman(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in> wrote: From:Â Â "Segon, Shafina" <Shafina.Segon(a)tandfindia.com> Date:Â Â Wed, December 3, 2014 4:32 pm Dear Librarian, Welcome to the fourth edition of the Taylor & Francis IGNITE<http://tandf.msgfocus.com/c/14qaeiP6vOuOJUUqsELQFXJi8l> newsletter for librarians in South Asia.Â As the year draws to a close, we look back at the IGNITE<http://tandf.msgfocus.com/c/14qaemOrRfeaeSTaEwlf1GHUdW> editions gone by, and are very happy with the feedback that we have received from you and the other LIS colleagues. It's your belief and collaboration with us that keeps IGNITE<http://tandf.msgfocus.com/c/14qaeqNNcFXvJQRUQnUDnpGwjx> alive and successful. This quarterly bulletin aims to bring you news on Journals and Online Resources from Taylor & Francis and around the world. http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/explore/ignite-issue4-oct-dec-2014.pdf 2014 has been a year dominated by many new developments for the publishing industry in India. While universities across the country have been grappling with the concept of open access and the feasibility of turning a traditional model on its head while still remaining lucrative, publishers have enabled smaller, bite-sized content for use outside the context of articles and journals, leveraging supporting data, graphs, tables and charts to their advantage as separate entities in their own right. The mobile and smartphone technology became a rage providing knowledge on the move at universities, libraries and institutions. The most significant publishing trend has been the widespread acceptance of reading devices, which has further accelerated the growth of e-Books. In this issue, we bring to you a chit-chat with Dr. Ishwar Goudar, the man responsible for turning around the Mysore University Library into a library of the future with one of the highest usage statistical growths ever recorded. There is news on new acquisitions and research from across the globe and viewpoints on social media and poetry shared with us by library professionals. There are wins, congratulations and celebrations. Since we are hosting our annual roadshow in Bangalore in November, we have picked 11 cafes in Bangalore for librarians to visit and explore. Find out who is the winner of our Librarians' Day special slogan writing competition and what the fantastic work the MyLISA group is doing with children of mahouts. This issue also showcases some straightforward lessons on leadership from our Taylor & Francis MD, Nitasha Devasar as she reminisces about the unexpected twists in the journey of learning for all. Enjoy IGNITE with a cup of steaming hot coffee and we will wait for you to tell us what you think! Best wishes, Happy reading! Shafina Segon Marketing Head, South Asia shafina.segon(a)tandfindia.com <mailto:shafina.segon@tandfindia.com> To access previous issues, click here<http://tandf.msgfocus.com/c/14qaeuN8y6GReOQF2fu1J8F8p8> or download: Taylor & Francis ignite ISSUE 1<http://tandf.msgfocus.com/c/14qaeyMtTxqcJMPpe73q4RDKuJ> Taylor & Francis ignite ISSUE 2<http://tandf.msgfocus.com/c/14qaeCLPeY9yeKO9pYCOqACmAk> Taylor & Francis ignite ISSUE 3<http://tandf.msgfocus.com/c/14qaeGLaAoSTJIMTBQccMjAYFV> Shafina Segon Head of Marketing, South Asia Journals and Online Resources Taylor & Francis India [white paper email signature]<http://www.tandf.co.uk/libsite/whitePapers/socialMedia/> _______________________________________________

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Sad demise of Sri. D.N Nagararja Rao
by jharavu 09 Dec '14

09 Dec '14

I am quite saddened to report the demise od Sri. D.N. Nagaraja Rao, former Librarian of NIE Mysore. After his retirement at NIE, he offered his services to the institutions of The Ramakrishna Mission in Mysore. He took an active part in building their libraries and in teaching new students. He was a most humble person, always looking for inspiration from his peers and seniors. He was always present in library meetings with the enthusisam which marked him out as a true professional, always willing to learn and share what he knew. He was truly an unsung hero of the profession. He passed away on 5th Dec peacefully at Mysore after a brief period of hospitalization. I am sure all people who knew him will join me in offering our heartfelt condolences to his family. Haravu -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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