A Bridge To The Future: Observations Building a Digital Library

  • 03/07/02

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A Bridge to the Future: Observations on Building a Digital Library
Libraries today are not merely adjusting to changes in technology; they have entirely new choices to make in the services they provide. Rutgers University faced these challenges with a plan involving the key stakeholders across its campuses.

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