Dec 3 - Preservation of Digitized Materials

[Mary Conroy]

New OHIONET Workshop Announcement

Preservation of Digitized Materials

Instructor:Miriam Kahn
Date:12/3/02
Time:10:00AM-3:30PM
Location:OHIONET

Description:  In this time of ever increasing dependence on technology, we
tend to ignore its short lifespan. As hardware ages, new programs will not
run, and as new software is developed, the old is left behind. Have you
tried reading a 5 ¼ inch floppy lately? Learn about the practical and
preservation issues and problems of technological obsolescence and
advancements. Learn how to design a digitization project with long term
storage and preservation built in.
Many institutions and organizations are working toward a solution to
long-term digital storage and preservation. Learn from their examples.

Goals:
Learn the current issues revolving around Preservation and Digitization
Explore the benefits of using digitization for preservation and limited
access to the original item Examine the technical issues involved with
preserving the digital media and contents for future generations Learn how
to design a digitization project with long term storage and preservation
built in.

Who Should Attend:Librarians and staff interested in technology and its
future.
Prerequisite:None.
Member Cost:$60
Non-Member Cost:$95
Nonmembers and INFOhio members should prepay.  Credit cards are now
accepted.


To register:
 <http://www.ohionet.org/training/WorkshopDescription.asp?ID=1015>
http://www.ohionet.org/training/WorkshopDescription.asp?ID=1015

or go to www.ohionet.org <http://www.ohionet.org>    see training


Mary Mlynar Conroy
Library Services Coordinator
OHIONET, 1500 West Lane Ave, Columbus OH 43221
Fax 614/486-1527  voice 800/686-8975 or  614/486-2966 ext 16
mailto:mconroy at ohionet.org <mailto:mconroy at ohionet.org> 

www.ohionet.org  




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