The information lifecycle refers to the series of stages through which information passes — from its creation to its eventual disposal or preservation. It helps organizations and institutions manage information efficiently, ensuring accessibility, accuracy, and compliance over time.
The information lifecycle describes how information is created, shared, and used to support knowledge and decision-making. It has three key stages: creation, diffusion, and utilization.
Creation is where information is produced or recorded for the first time. It includes writing reports, collecting data, or generating digital content.
Diffusion is shared or distributed to its intended users through various channels such as emails, reports, or databases. The purpose is to ensure that the right people can access and use the information.
Utilization is when the information is applied in decision-making or actions. Its value depends on how effectively it is used.
The overall scope of this book is to introduce the reader to descriptive
cataloguing, classification and subject access, which deal with the description of the
physical and the intellectual properties of library holdings. The book presents the prac
tices of bibliographic control and focuses on cataloguing and classification codes and
discusses their evolution and technical details. The different structures of library cat
alogues and the principles they are based on are also analysed.
With step-by-step real-world examples and practice material the book provides a
practical perspective on the topics discussed. Thus, although primarily a textbook, it
serves also as a workbook. This makes it ideal for students of library and information
science and for practitioners who wish to acquire or strengthen practical skills in
cataloguing and classification. Web references are included at the end of each chapter
to help the reader to locate additional information.
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A Guide to Using the Anonymous Web in Libraries and Information Organizations
provides practical guidance to those who are interested in integrating the
anonymous web into their services. It will be particularly useful to those
seeking to promote enhanced privacy for their patrons.
The book begins by explaining, in simple terms, what the anonymous web
is, how it works, and its benefits for users. Lund and Beckstrom also explain
why they believe access to the anonymous web should be provided in library
and information organizations around the world. They describe how to provide
access, as well as educate library users on how to utilize the anonymous web and
navigate any challenges that might arise during implementation. The authors
also encourage the development of library policies that guide appropriate con
duct and filter content, where appropriate, in order to deter illegal activity.
A Guide to Using the Anonymous Web in Libraries and Information
Organizations reminds us that libraries and other information providers
have a duty to educate and support their communities, while also preserv
ing privacy. Demonstrating that the anonymous web can help them to fulfil
these obligations, this book will be essential reading for library and infor
mation professionals working around the world.
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Millar’s book provides a clear, accessible overview of how archives are created, managed, preserved, and used. It explores the principles that underpin archival science—such as provenance, original order, authenticity, and appraisal—while also offering practical guidance on daily archival functions like acquisition, arrangement, description, preservation, and access.
The author emphasizes that archives are not just collections of old documents but living evidence of human activity that shape cultural identity and collective memory. She discusses the evolving role of archivists in the digital age, addressing challenges such as digital preservation, ethical responsibilities, community engagement, and the democratization of archival access.
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