The document discusses the technological needs and equipment of modern libraries. It outlines how libraries have transitioned from manual typewriters to electric typewriters to word processors to computers. Computers now allow libraries to catalog materials, display catalogs online, check materials in/out, and track circulation information. Additional technologies used in libraries include barcodes, barcode scanners, self-checkout systems, printers, copiers, fax machines, and security systems. The document emphasizes that today's libraries provide computers and WiFi for patrons to use for activities like homework, job searching, and enjoying entertainment.

1. TECHNOLOGY IN
LIBRARIES
What Does a Library Need Today?

2. THERE WAS A TIME WHEN THIS WAS
H I G H T E C H L I B R A RY E Q U I P M E N T:
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3. THINGS ARE A LITTLE DIFFERENT
TO DAY .
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4. FIRST THE TYPEWRITER WENT THROUGH SOME MAJOR
REVISIONS :
 Manual Typewriter:
 Electric Typewriter :
 Word Processor :
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5. THEN….ENTER THE COMPUTER AGE:
Computers in libraries today are a must.
With computers, the library staff can:
 Catalog library materials
 Display materials for patron use on the OPAC
 Check materials in and out with the use of a computer
 Keep track of Circulation information
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6. BUT WAIT! THERE IS SO MUCH MORE!
 Use book keeping programs to handle the library’s finances
 Post Library Web-sites to keep the community informed of library
activities, and to encourage community input
 Connect with other libraries to share resources
 Allow patrons to request, reserve, and renew materials
 Use computer and online tools for organizing, creating, and
communicating
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7. OTHER TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES THAT AID LIBRARIANS
TODAY INCLUDE:
 Bar codes
 Bar code readers and scanners
 Scan-able library cards
 Self check-out systems
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8. S O M E M U S T - H AV E S F O R T H E L I B R A R Y:
 Printers For both patron and staff use
 Copiers
 Fax machine
 Scanner
 Microfiche reader
 Head phones
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9. PRACTICAL ELECTRONIC
HELPS
 Security System Gates
 Detection Labels
 Patron Counters
 Security Cameras
 Security Mirrors
 Hiring a security company to
monitor for emergencies
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10.  A telephone system with voice
mail capability
 A Projection system is
wonderful for
meetings, workshops, trainings
sessions, and family movie
nights
 Wii or other games
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11. PATRON COMPUTERS,
LAPTOPS, AND WI-FI
USED FOR:
 Homework
 Adult education
 Job searches
 Creating and submitting resumes
 Enjoyment
 Communication
 Accessing government websites
 And so much more!!!!!!!!
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12. And don’t forget
BOOKS!!!
AND AUDIO BOOKS, E -BOOKS AND E -BOOK
R E A D E R S, P L AY-
AWAY S , C D ’ S , D V D ’ S , N E W S PA P E R S , M A G A Z I N E S , A N D
AC C E S S T O G R E A T S O F T WA R E A N D W E B - S I T E S !
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13. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION.
today’s library’s have so much to offer!!
What do you have at your library?
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