KOHA and Newgenlib

Assessment and Evaluation of Open Source Library Automation Software KOHA and NewGenLib Adaptable to

RGUHS Digital Library Operations and Functions

By

SUDHAMANI K S

Project Report Submitted to the

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, Bangalore

In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of

Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science Librarianship

Under the Guidance of

Dr. R. RAMA RAJ URS M.A, M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D

University Librarian, Professor &Head Dept. of Health Science Library and Information System

Digital Library and Information Centre Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences,

4th ’T’ Block, Jayanagar Bangalore ‐ 560041

JUNE-2010

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Dr. Renuka Prasad K V

General Secretary

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Director

ACADEMY OF LIBERAL EDUCATION®, SULLIA

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RGUHS Digital Library Operations and Functions" is a bonafide and genuine

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Librarian, Professor and Head, Dept. of Health Science Library and Information

Systems, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka.

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RGUHS Digital Library Operations and Functions " is a bonafide research work done

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of the requirement for the Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science Librarianship.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

It gives me great pleasure in preparing this project report and I take this

opportunity to thank everyone who have made this possible.

First and foremost I would like to express my deep gratitude and indebtedness to

my guide Dr. R. Rama Raj Urs, M.A., M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D, University Librarian,

Professor and Head, Dept. of Health Science Library and Information Systems, Digital

Library & Information Centre, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.

Karnataka for his valuable guidance, continuous supervision and help at every stage of

this study. His sustained interest, uncanny observations, valuable criticism and timely

advice were the motivating forces that guided me through out this work.

I take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks to Dr. Krishnamurthy M,

Mr. Hemanth Rao C and Mrs. Vijaya Tauro for their untiring support and timely

guidance.

I also thank all my Post Graduate Colleagues and supporting staff of the Dept.of

Health Science Library and Information Systems and my Friends for their guidance and

creditable suggestion throughout this project work.

Finally I thank my parents for their encouragement to complete this work in time.

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LIST OF ABBREVATIONS USED (In alphabetical order)

GPL General Public License

GSDL Greenstone Digital Library

ICT Information Communication Technology

ILL Inter Library Loan

ILS Integrated Library Systems

IT Information Technology

ISBN International Standard Book Number

OPAC Online Public Access Catalog

OSS Open Source Software

KIIKM Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management

LDAP Lightweight Directory Access Protocol

MARC Machine-Readable Cataloging

RDBMS Relational Database Management System

RFID Radio Frequency Identification

RGUHS Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science

RSS Really Simple Syndication

SDI Serial Digital Interface

XHTML Extensible Hyper Text Markup Language

XML Extensible Markup Language

Y2K Year 2000 Problem

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Sl No. CONTENTS

Page No.

I Introduction

1.0 Library automation

2.0 Open source software

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II Installation of Koha and Newgenlib

• Koha on windows

• Newgenlib on windows

13 - 49

III Review of literature 50 - 52

IV Comparison between Koha and Newgenlib 53- 55

V Conclusion 56

VI. Bibliography 57 - 58

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LIST OF FIGURES

SL NO. TITLE PAGE NO.1 Apache installation 14-16 2 MySQL installation 16-19 3 Active Perl installation 20-22 4 Koha W32 installation 23-26 5 Newgenlib installation 27-49

LIST OF TABLE SL NO. TITLE PAGE NO.

1 Comparison between Koha and Newgenlib 53-55

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Abstract

Recent advancement in the field of information technology have compelled

libraries to embrace automation as the facilities provided by automated libraries so far

beyond the activities of traditional libraries.

Library automation is the general term for information and communications

technologies that are used to replace manual systems in the library. There are many

library automation packages available as open source software. Though they provide

advanced modules like acquisition, cataloguing, circulation, OPAC etc, here we can see

Koha and Newgenlib are the two library automation softwares.

Many activities of a library are routine in nature; a few are repetitive. Automation

of these activities help in managing the library's resources in a better way at the same

time saving time, money and manpower. On the basis of study we can say that every

software has some negative and some positive points.

Key words: Library Automation; Open Source Software; Koha; Newgenlib

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I. Introduction

1.0 Library Automation

Library automation is the general term for information and communication

technology (ICT) that are used to replace manual systems in the library.

A library management system, also known as an automated library system is

the software that has been developed to handle basic housekeeping functions of a

library.

Library automation which started in late 1970s in few special libraries has

now reached most of the university libraries and college libraries in India.

Library automation refers to use of computers, associated peripheral media

such as magnetic tapes, disks, optical media etc. and utilization of computer based

products and services in the performance of all type of library functions and

operations. Computers are capable of introducing a great degree of automation in

operations and functions, since they are electronic and are capable to control over the

processes being performed.

Even though this question seems to be very fundamental, it is essential to

emphasize this aspect as the library automation is yet to take off in majority of the

Indian libraries. Secondly, while justifying need for library automation more than

cost-effectiveness the benefits derived by the library users become the major

consideration. Since library does not happen to be an economic entity such benefits

need to be looked at in a different perspective.

1.1 Definition

• Software that automates library functions, such as cataloging, circulation,

serials control or acquisitions.(1)

1.2 Advantages of Library Automation

• Improve the quality, speed and effectiveness of services

• Relieve professional staff from clerical work

• Improve access to remote users

• Facilitate wider dissemination of information products and services

• Resource-sharing among other library networks (Union Catalogues)

• Enable rapid communication with other libraries

• Improve the management of physical and financial resources

1.3 Disadvantages of Library Automation

• Initial and recurring expenses

• Continuous staff training

• Hardware and Software obsolescence

Many activities of a library are routine in nature; a few are repetitive.

Automation of these activities helps in managing the library's resources in a better

way at the same time saving time, money and manpower. For example, once the

bibliographic details like author, title, edition, publisher, price, ISBN number, etc are

entered at the time of ordering, the same data can be used for accessioning,

cataloguing (OPAC), and circulation. Other important factors associated with

automation are speed, and accuracy. One can imagine the time saved in literature

searches and in preparing bibliographies. Automation also offers freedom from doing

repetitive and routine work as well as enables providing efficient services properly

and more efficiently cutting down time and improving productivity.

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Automation also facilitate generation of number of reports for better decision

making in the effective management of the library. Availability of various statistical

and other usage reports and performance reports will ensure better appreciation from

library users. For example, vendor performance analysis is possible. Subject-wise or

project/department-wise budget can be monitored. Circulation data can provide

information on titles that are in great demand so that more copies can be procured, if

needed. Many current awareness services like current additions, contents of books

and journals, etc can also be provided to users.

1.4 Objectives of the study

The main objective of this project is to build open source library management

software in the field of library and information science, and to make a comparative

study between them. This study will also explore and suggest various steps for

improvement of the system. This study will provide an overview of library

automation, general features of library management and implementing and exploring

of Koha and Newgenlib.

It is the study about two open source library automation softwares Koha and

NewGenLib and to recommend the best suited software for adoption to RGUHS

digital library.

1.5 Need for library management software

Before installing library management software, a creator should think either

there is a need for a library management software or not despite. The growing success

of the open source movement most of the general public continue to feel that open

source is easily accessable to them.

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2.0 Open-source software

Open source software has existed since 1960’s, but it is only in the last few

years that they have received much attention. The term “open source” refers to

software that is freely available and that includes the original source code used to

create it. So that users can modify it and make it work better for them.

Open Source Software (OSS) is computer software for which the source code

and certain other rights normally reserved for copyright holders are provided under a

software license that meets the Open Source Definition or that is in the public

domain. This permits users to use, change and improve the software and to

redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. It is very often developed in a public,

collaborative manner. Open-source software is the most prominent example of open-

source development and often compared to user-generated content. The term open-

source software originated as part of a marketing campaign for free software.

Open-source software is computer software that is available in source code

form for which the source code and certain other rights normally reserved for

copyright holders are provided under a software license that permits users to study,

change, and improve the software. Open source licenses often meet the requirements

of the Open Source Definition. Some open source software is available within the

public domain. Open source software is very often developed in a public,

collaborative manner. Open-source software is the most prominent example of open-

source development and often compared to user-generated content. The term open-

source software originated as part of a marketing campaign for free software. A report

by Standish Group states that adoption of open-source software models has resulted

in savings of about $60 billion per year to consumers.

Open Source Software (OSS) came into existence with the development of

ICTs. The term “open source” refers to software that includes the original source

code, used to create it so that users can modify it to make it work according to their

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needs. It also includes the right of redistribution; therefore, there may be products that

are based on other open source products. While the software may be free, a developer

or distributor may charge for services including special programming, installation,

training and technical support, etc. In general, the source code of OSS is widely

accessible, freely available and reusable. The most popular source license, the

General Public License (GPL), allows almost full use and re-use of source code.

Using Open Source Technologies Libraries have a greater freedom in using

the software without any restrictions on “How it has to be used?” .They also have the

liberty to migrate, upgrade and update without any hassles. The Open Source is used

synonymous with Free, which is absolutely wrong. At times the initial

implementation cost of Open Source technologies is costlier than proprietary ones,

but their running costs are usually very low compared to proprietary software.

2.1 Definitions

• The software being distributed must be redistributed to anyone else without

any restriction.(2)

• The license can require improved versions of the software to carry a different

name or version from the original software. (2)

2.2 Characteristics

OSS has many characteristics they are:

i) It is generally acquired freely

ii) Manufacturer or developer has no right to claim royalties on the distribution or use

iii) Source code is accessible to the user and distributed with the software

iv) No denial to an individual or to a group to access source code of the software

v) It has provision of modifications and derivations under the programme’s original

name.

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vi)Rights of facilities attached to the programme must not depend on the

programme’s being part of a particular software distribution

vii) Licensed software can not place restriction on other software that is distributed

with it.

viii) Distribution of License should not be specific to a product and License should be

technology neutral, etc.

2.3 Advantages:

• Free Redistribution

• Source Code

• Derived Works

• Integrity of The Author's Source Code

• No Discrimination Against Persons or Groups, Fields or Endeavor

• Distribution of License

• License Must Not Be Specific to a Product

• License Must Be Technology-Neutral

• Source code and the right to modify it is very important

• There is no single entity on which the future of the software depends

• No per-copy fees can be asked for modified versions

• It provides a new forum for democratic action

2.4 Disadvantages

• Most open source software applications are not reliable

• No support exists for open source software

• No guarantee of updates

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2.5 Selection of library software:

Following criteria might help the librarians to select the right software for other

housekeeping operations:

1. Who are the developers, whether an institution, or reputed company or few

individuals. The preference is for institution and second preference is for the

reputed company. One has to be skeptical about the software developed by

individuals as there will be no continuity or authority

2. How many times the software has been revised since the time of its first

launch.

3. How many parameters are available for each module? More the parameters

better will be the flexibility and needs no or minimum customization.

4. Whether the software has facility to import bibliographic data available in

ISO2709 format and similarly export of data in this format

5. Training and guidance after installation

6. Whether available on major operating systems.

7. Whether it is web interfaceble

8. Whether it can be interfaced with the e-mail system of the campus network.

9. Whether it has taken care of Y2K compliant.

10. How many installations it has got in the country, since when and major

clients.

11. Whether it can offer OPAC and different rights to different logins

2.6 Koha

Koha is the first open-source Integrated Library System (ILS). In use

worldwide its development is steered by a growing community of libraries

collaborating to achieve their technology goals. Koha's impressive feature set

continues to evolve and expand to meet the needs of its user base. Koha was created

in 1999 by Katipo Communications for the Horowhenua Library Trust in New

Zealand. The first installation went live in January of 2000.

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Overview

Koha is written in Perl, stores its data in a MySQL database, and is accessed

via an Apache webserver. All three of these supporting programs have distributions

for Windows and are not difficult to install. And they are all available without cost,

just like Koha. A Windows install package is available for Koha that installs all the

Koha files to the proper locations, installs required Perl modules, and handles

necessary basic configuration to be able to run Koha with sample

• Modules Covered

• Online Public Access Catalogue

• Acquisitions

• Cataloguing

• Circulations

• Serials

• Reports

2.7 Features

Koha is a comprehensive system that will intelligently run your library - large or

small, real or virtual.

• A full featured modern integrated library system (ILS).

• Award winning and open source no license fee, ever.

• Linux, Unix, Windows and Mac OS platform.

• Web Based.

• Fully integrate it into own website.

• Copy cataloging and Z39.50.

• MARC21 and UNIMARC for professional catalogers.

• Tailored catalog module for special libraries.

• Use as a document manager or digital library.

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• Manage online and off line resources with the same tool.

• RSS feed of new acquisitions.

• E-mail and/or text patron's overdue and other notices.

• Print your own barcodes.

• Serials management module.

• Full catalog, circulation and acquisitions system for library stock

management.

• Web based OPAC system (allows the public to search the catalog in the

library and at home).

• Simple, clear search interface for all users.

• Simple and comprehensive acquisition options.

• Koha is multi-tasking and enables updates of circulation, cataloging and

issues to occur simultaneously.

2.8 NewGenLib

NewGenLib is an integrated library management system developed by Verus

Solutions Pvt Ltd and the Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge

Management in Hyderabad, India. NewGenLib version 1.0 was released in March

2005. On 9 January 2008, NewGenLib was declared Open Source Software under

GNU GPL License by Verus Solutions. Currently NewGenLib2.2 update 2 is the

latest version running. It has crossed 22000 downloads in 20 months since it was

made Open Source.

NewGenLib, a library automation system developed in India, has recently

joined the open source community. This product was introduced in 2003, primarily

intended for libraries in the developing world. It has been adopted by about 122

libraries, primarily in India, but with some sites in Syria, Sudan, and Cambodia.

Two groups collaborate in the development and support of NewGenLib.

Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management (KIIKM) is a non-

profit professional trust that spearheads the project. This organization describes its

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primary goal as “acting as an independent, non-governmental centre for the study,

training and advocacy in information and knowledge management.” The key

activities and funding for the trust relate primarily to NewGenLib, the development of

a textbook on library automation, and on the creation of e-learning modules on library

automation. Versus Solutions, a small software development company performs the

technical development of the software. Both the organizations are located in

Hyderabad, India.

The software has been distributed under the traditional commercial license

model since 2003. In January 2008, the decision was made to offer the system as

open source software under the GNU GPL (General Public License). According to

L.J. Haravu, one of the three principals of KIIKM, the move to an open source model

would result in wider adoption of the software. The organizations involved would

move from a license-based business model based on service.

A new company was formed, Versus IT Services Pvt. Ltd., to provide service

and support for the product as it moves into the open source realm. The relationship

of this new company to NewGenLib closely resembles that of Liblime to Koha and

Equinox Software to Evergreen.

NewGenLib, as an ILS tailored for libraries in developing countries, may not

necessarily be of direct interest to libraries in our region. It does, however, show that

the open source approach for library automation system has also made some advances

internationally.

• Modules Covered

o Acquisitions

o Cataloguing

o Serials management

o Circulation

o Administration

o OPAC

o End-of-day process (daily scheduler) reports.

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2.9 Salient features

1. Freedom: Available under GNU GPL

2. Functional modules are completely web based. Uses Java Web Start

Technology

3. Compatibility - Complies with international metadata and interoperability

standards: MARC-21, MARC-XML, z39.50, SRU/W, OAI-PMH

4. Uses chiefly open source components

5. Scalable, manageable and efficient

6. OS independent - Windows and Linux flavours available

7. Z39.50 Client for federated searching

8. Internationalized application (I18N)

9. Unicode 3.0 complaint

10. Arabic version available

11. Easily extensible to support other languages

12. Data entry, storage, retrieval in any (Unicode 3.0) language

13. RFID integration

14. Networking – Hierarchical and Distributed networks

15. Automated email/instant messaging integrated into different functions of the

software

16. Form letters are configurable and use XML-based Open Office templates

17. Extensive use of set up parameters enabling easy configuration of the

software to suit specific needs, e.g., in defining patron privileges

18. Supports multi-user and multiple security levels

19. Allows digital attachments to metadata

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3.0 Methodology

To begin with, an attempt was made to study library management software

especially open source library management software then after evaluating them,

decision was taken to compare and install and study the characteristics of Newgenlib

and Koha software. The idea is to implement and explore both software and make a

comparative study.

Automation also facilitates generation of a number of reports for better

decision making in the effective management of the library. Availability of various

statistical and other usage reports and performance reports will ensure better

appreciation from library users. For example, vendor performance analysis is

possible. Subject-wise or project/department-wise budget can be monitored.

Circulation data can provide information on titles that are in great demand so that

more copies can be procured if needed. Many current awareness services like current

additions, contents of books and journals, etc can also be provided to users.

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II. Installation of Koha and Newgenlib

Koha on Windows

The steps of Koha installation are given below. Koha can install on Windows

platform. Koha is written in Perl, stores its data in a MySQL database, and is accessed

via an Apache webserver. All three of these supporting programs have distributions

for Windows and are not hard to install. And they are all available without cost. A

Windows install package is available for Koha that installs all the Koha files to the

proper locations, installs required Perl modules, and handles necessary basic

configuration to be able to run Koha with sample data.

Required Supporting Softwares

• Apache Webserver

• MySQL Database

• Perl

• Koha W32 install

These four supporting softwares are freely available. Detailed instructions are

provided for each install. Carefully follow the instructions as you do each install, and

you should end up with a working version of Koha running with sample data. Each of

the four installs provides an uninstall option. Windows 2000 and XP include a version

of Windows Installer, but Windows 9x and Windows NT do not.

• Apache Web server

Apache Web server is available from http://www.apache.org.You download

this Apache web server and install into your system.

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1.Double click on Apache file

Figure:1: Apache installation 2. Click next button (I accept the terms in the license agreement)

Figure:2: Apache installation

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3. Just enter network domain name: localhost

Server name:computer name

Administrators E-mail: Enter your email address

Figure:3: Apache installation 4. Click on Install

Figure:4: Apache installation

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5. Installation finished.

Figure: 5: Apache installation

• MySQL MySQL database server is currently available in two production releases

version 3 and 4. The Koha windows install has been tested with both versions, so

either one should be ok. MySQL database server is available from

http://www.mysql.com

1. Extract file……….

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2. Choose setup type.: Typical

Figure: 2 3. Skip-up

Figure: 3 4. Finish

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5. Next

Figure: 5 6.Next

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8.Enter the root password

Retype the password

Figure: 8 9.Please press execute to start configuration

Figure: 9 10.Finish

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• Active Perl

Active Perl is available from http//:www.activeperl.com.After download you

can install into your system. There will be very careful to change the install path on

the second and third dialog because in folder you can write c:\usr.This is very

important part of this installation.

1.Double click on Active Perl file

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• Koha W32 install

The last installation part is Koha W32.First you go to http://www.koha.org

there you available this koha.After download this koha then you can install into your

system.

After the completion of installation you go to local network and you can give

intranet. Then Koha is starting for working.

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1. Double click on koha file

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NewGenLib on Windows

Like koha we can also install NewGenlib to windows. For installation we

need seven supporting softwares.With the help of the supporting softwares we can

install NewGenlib and run the program.

Required softwares:

• Java

• J2SE Software Development Kit (SDK)

greSQL for Windows

newgenlib.ear

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• Post

• JBoss Application Server

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NewGenLibFiles.zip

• backupinplain.sql

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III. Review of Literature

4.1 Anuradha, K.T. (2009): Enhancing Full text Search Capability in Library

Automation Package: A Case Study with Koha and Greenstone Digital Library

Software.

This paper argues that there are many library automation packages available

as open source software. Though they provid

retrieving of bibliographic records, none of them facilitate full text indexing and

searching. Most of the available open source digital library software facilitate

indexing and searching of full ats. An effort is made

ere to enable full text search feature in a widely used open source library automation

U) feature available in both Koha and GSDL. The implementation of this

can be

. The paper enumerates

e important characteristics of the OSS and the criterion for selection of correct OSS

e to the popular OSS used in Indian library

environ

e advanced features of searching and

text documents in different form

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package viz., Koha, by integrating it with an open source digital library software viz.,

Greenstone Digital Library Software (GSDL), by making use of Search and Retrieval

by URL (SR

accessed at: http://dharmaganja.ncsi.iisc.ernet.in:8082

4.2 Nabi Hasan: Issues and Challenges in Open Source Software Environment

with Special Reference to India

Open Source Software (OSS) and explains the meaning of the term OSS,

giving some of the definitions, the typical terms used to explain it and also elaborates

some of the important issues with reference to the explanation of the OSS. It

discusses the reasons why the librarians and the libraries need the OSS model in

current scenario, same. It further discusses in details, the important issues of OSS

development and librarianship and Open-Source and Usability

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as per the individual requirements. It describes important OSS, being presently used

worldwide with special referenc

ment, highlighting important characteristics/features, merits, etc. of the

softwares. critical issues and challenges in OSS environment are also discussed. The

paper further highlights the future of the OSS and conclude with an assessment of

widely used OSS.

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4.3 Dr. P. V. Konnur: Transforming Libraries into Learning Centers using

Open Source Technologies Open Source Technologies in Open Libraries

Thus by using Open Source Technologies Libraries have a greater freedom in

using the software without any restrictions on “How it has to be used?”. They also

have the liberty to migrate, upgrade and update without any hassles. The Open Source

is used synonymous with Free, which is absolutely wrong. At times the initial

implementations cost of Open Source technologies is costlier than proprietary ones,

but their running costs are usually very low compared to proprietary software. Open

ource may synonymously used with the word Freedom. S

4 Brief .4 Christine L. Borgman : From Acting Locally to Thinking Globally: A

History of Library Automation

Over a period of thirty years, goals for library automation have shifted from

an emphasis on local concerns to an emphasis on global concerns. These goals

evolved through three incremental phases--efficiency of internal operations, access to

local resources, and access to resources outside the library--before reaching the

present stage of addressing interoperability among systems and services. The

challenge facing libraries today is how to act locally--to implement systems that

ensure internal efficiencies and high levels of service to the community--while

thinking globally, assuring that local systems are able to exchange data with other

systems located around the world. Each of these phases in the history of American

and British library automation is discussed. American and British experiences are

contrasted with recent developments in central and eastern Europe, raising issues of

how to support expansion into regions with different traditions of library service and

practices, different technical standards, different political, economic, and cultural

circumstances, and a lower installed base of information technology. Technology and

policy issues involved in library automation and its role in the Global Information

Infrastructure are summarized.

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4.5 Fuggetta Alfonso: Open source software––an evaluation

The success of Linux and Apache has strengthened the opinion that the open

source paradigm is one of the most promising strategies to enhance the maturity,

quality, and efficiency of software development activities. This observation, however,

has not been discussed in much detail and critically addressed by the software

engineering community. Most of the claims associated with open source appear to be

weakly motivated and articulated.

For this reason, this paper proposes some qualitative reflections and

observations on the nature of open source software and on the most popular and

important claims associated with the open source approach. The ultimate goal of the

paper is to identify the concepts and intuitions that are really peculiar to open source,

and to distinguish them from features and aspects that can be equally applied to or

found in proprietary software.

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IV. Comparative Study of Koha and Newgenlib Features Koha Newgenlib1 System features Network/Stand alone version YES YES Os independent YES YES For particular library NO NO Internet compatibility YES YES Intranet 2 Data Entry Restrictions on no.of records in a database NO NO MARC YES compatible YES Duplicate checking YES YES Multilingual support YES YES 3 e Performanc Modification of screen layout YES YES Can library staff customize the reports? YES YES Multilingual screen display YES YES 4 Documentation Is reference manual available / documentation YES YES Is there e-mail discussion group YES YES Does a manual have NO YES

Table of contents Glossary Index

Is there a user group? YES YES Help YES YES Modification of help message is possible? YES YES 5 Acquisition Selection of item YES YES Duplicating checking YES YES Selection of vendor YES YES Ordering YES YES General order request letter YES YES Claiming YES YES YES YES Receipting Fund rol YES YES cont Budget control YES YES Reports and statistics X YES 6 Cataloguing Record creation YES YES Duplicate checking YES YES Record editing YES YES

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Authority control YES YES Copy catalogue YES YES Bibliographic Framework YES YES Call no YES YES Import/Export data YES YES Union catalogue YES YES Cataloguing of different items YES YES Reports YES YES Z39.50 YES NO OAI/PMH NO YES SRU/W YES YES 7 Circulation Patron and item information YES YES Setting preference (Issue, Return, Renewal etc.) YES YES Return/Check In YES YES Fines and overdue notices YES YES Reservation of book from librarian interface YES YES Weed out NO YES Renewal YES YES Short term loans YES NO Inter Library Loan(ILL) YES YES Report YES YES Print Checkouts YES YES 8 Serials Control Fund control YES YES Ordering YES YES Receipting YES YES Claiming YES YES Binding YES YES Import/Export YES YES 9 OPAC Simple search YES YES Advanced search YES YES User help NO YES Biblio status YES YES Print catalogue in simple format YES YES Multimedia facility YES YES Reservation through OPAC YES YES Stop word generation YES YES Can user modify display format? YES YES Facility for save and executing query NO NO Facility for WEBOPAC YES YES Facility for posting suggestions YES YES Display of search history NO NO Creation of virtual shelve YES NO

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10 f data Analysis o Tools for analysis of statistical information YES YES 11 Security LDAP authentication YES NO Privileges to library staff YES YES 12 Other features RSS feeds enabled YES YES

SDI NO YES Management of User profile YES YES Generation of No-due certificates NO YES Location map NO YES

abT le: lib

=

O=F

ea eet the requirements

ind

that every software has some negative and

me positive points. In Koha and Newgenlib almost all the modules are available but

on that some of the modules

b is better than koha and vice versa. For example

user-friendly in koha whereas it is very complicated in

Koha. Report generation

ewgenlib is better than in Koha. Customization is very easy and simple in

as in Newgenlib it is not.

1- Comparative Study of Koha and Newgen

ES

Y Feature is available

N eature is not available

X=F ture is available but does not m

F ings On the basis study we can say

so

after comparison of them we come to the conclusi

functionality of Newgenli

Acquisition module is more

Newgenlib. Serial Management is better in Newgenlib than

facility in N

Koha where

Though Newgenlib is open source software but it has not given the source file

to end user to compile and install. It has only given the binary file to use, so if a end

user wants to customize the software he can not do it by using that binary file,whereas

koha. Another important requirement that is UNICODE compatibility is not good in

Newgenlib as in Koha.. Koha OPAC has several features which have practical use in

the library scenario such as virtual shelves, book bag etc where as Newgenlib does

not have this facility.

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V. Conclusion

hem we come to the conclusion that some of the modules

functionality of Newgenlib is better than Koha and vice versa.

Koha table of contents, glossary, index, weedout, SDI, no due certificate

and loc

genlib. The features of

both th

Library automation is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity. Open source

software movement may change the way we apply and use software for library

activities. On the basis of these features we can say that every software has some

merits and demerits. All modules available in particular software can say that it is

best for the library. In Koha and Newgenlib almost all the modules are available but

after comparison of t

In

ation map are not available. In Newgenlib all these are available. In the same

way Z39.50, short term loans, creation of virtual shelve,LADP authentication are

available in Koha but these are not available in Newgenlib. Reports and statistics are

available in Newgenlib and in Koha that feature is available but does not meet the

requirements.

While implementing and comparing Koha and Newgenlib the experience is

very good. Installation of Koha software was easier than New

e software were good.

Finally, I conclude that, with these two open source library automation

softwares Koha and NewGenLib, the ”KOHA” is most suitable for adoption to

RGUHS digital library.

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