The Library and Information Professional's Guide to the World Wide Web

Abstract

World Wide Web technology is having profound implications for the development of all types of information and library services. This companion volume to Library and Information Professional's Guide to the Internet shows the reader actual implementations in a variety of information work settings. The guide takes an in-depth look into the technology of the WWW and its applications for information work, clearly explaining challenging and technical topics. The book's particular focus is on setting up and managing a WWW server, with pointers to software and a practical guide to building HTML pages. The authors also suggest possible applications of the WWW in libraries as well as in public and private sector organizations. Including detailed manuals and reference materials, the contents cover: introduction to WWW software and communications technology; an investigation of current and envisaged applications of the World Wide Web; World Wide Web technology; setting up and managing a World Wide Web server; and resource guide: introduction to WWW; applications of WWW; and WWW technology. This guide should be valuable to all librarians, information professinals and students. It should also be useful for all organizations engaged in the external provision of information to the public, or internally to staff.