The Importance of Open Access, Open Source, and Open Standards for Libraries

The open access, open source software, and open standards concepts have been garnering increased attention in the field of librarianship and elsewhere. These concepts and their benefits and importance to libraries are examined. Benefits include lower costs, greater accessibility, and better prospec...

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Main Author: Edward M. Corrado
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Alberta Library 2005-03-01
Series:Issues in Science and Technology Librarianship
Online Access:https://journals.library.ualberta.ca/istl/index.php/istl/article/view/2002
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