Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Third Edition

Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Third Edition

Author: Khosrow-Pour, Mehdi

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-07-31

Total Pages: 7972

ISBN-13: 1466658894

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"This 10-volume compilation of authoritative, research-based articles contributed by thousands of researchers and experts from all over the world emphasized modern issues and the presentation of potential opportunities, prospective solutions, and future directions in the field of information science and technology"--Provided by publisher.


Human Rights and Information Communication Technologies

Human Rights and Information Communication Technologies

Author: John Lannon

Publisher:

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781466619180

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"This book provides a current examination of policy, practice, and theory relating to human rights and information, communications and technology and offers a comprehensive review of the topic and the exponential changes that have occurred through the last decade"-- Prové de l'editor.


Trustworthy Internet

Trustworthy Internet

Author: Nicola Blefari-Melazzi

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2011-06-15

Total Pages: 364

ISBN-13: 8847018188

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This book collects a selection of the papers presented at the 21st International Tyrrhenian Workshop on Digital Communications, organized by CNIT and dedicated this year to the theme "Trustworthy Internet". The workshop provided a lively discussion on the challenges involved in reshaping the Internet into a trustworthy reality, articulated around the Internet by and for People, the Internet of Contents, the Internet of Services and the Internet of Things, supported by the Network Infrastructure foundation. The papers have been revised after the workshop to take account of feedbacks received by the audience. The book also includes: i) an introduction by the Editors, setting the scene and presenting evolution scenarios; ii) five papers written by the session chairmen, reputed scientists, and each dedicated to a facet of the trustworthy Internet vision; iii) a concluding paper, reporting the outcomes of a panel held at the conclusion of the workshop, written by the two keynote speakers.


Foundations and Practice of Security

Foundations and Practice of Security

Author: Jean Luc Danger

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2014-03-20

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13: 3319053027

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This book constitutes the carefully refereed post-proceedings of the 6th Symposium on Foundations and Practice of Security, FPS 2013, held in La Rochelle, France, in October 2013. The 25 revised full papers presented together with a keynote address were carefully reviewed and selected from 65 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on security protocols, formal methods, physical security, attack classification and assessment, access control, cipher attacks, ad-hoc and sensor networks, resilience and intrusion detection.


Rural Community Libraries in Africa: Challenges and Impacts

Rural Community Libraries in Africa: Challenges and Impacts

Author: Dent, Valeda F.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-01-31

Total Pages: 331

ISBN-13: 1466650443

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"This book investigates the relationship between local libraries and community development, from the historical roots of rural libraries to their influence on the literacy, economy, and culture of the surrounding region"--Provided by publisher.


Ethical Issues and Social Dilemmas in Knowledge Management: Organizational Innovation

Ethical Issues and Social Dilemmas in Knowledge Management: Organizational Innovation

Author: Morais da Costa, Goncalo Jorge

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2010-09-30

Total Pages: 357

ISBN-13: 1615208747

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"This book considers ethical issues and social dilemmas at two levels: the individual vs. individual and the individual vs. the collective, providing a thorough treatment of these facets and demonstrating the philosophical underpinnings of each dimension of knowledge management"--Provided by publisher.


Revolutionizing the Development of Library and Information Professionals: Planning for the Future

Revolutionizing the Development of Library and Information Professionals: Planning for the Future

Author: Hines, Samantha Schmehl

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2013-10-31

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 1466646764

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As more associations struggle with limited professional development funding, the opportunities for library and information experts to advance their skills are being examined in a more effective and cost-efficient manner. Revolutionizing the Development of Library and Information Professionals: Planning for the Future examines the future of library professional development by investigating the aspects that make these development events worthwhile. This book is essential for library association personnel, educational institutions, and management personnel in large library systems to aid in determining future trends in professional development opportunities for their staff.


Partnerships and Collaborations in Public Library Communities: Resources and Solutions

Partnerships and Collaborations in Public Library Communities: Resources and Solutions

Author: Ellis, Karen

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2011-12-31

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 1613503881

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"This book shows how partnerships can be cultivated through projects, programming, funding, and extending the library's presence through unique avenues, offering librarians a better understanding of what might be possible for their situational requirements and limitations"--Provided by publisher.