Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to remind readers that library online catalogs should be simple, easy to use, and graphically appealing if they are to be successful. Design/methodology/approach – The paper lists and examines several issues relevant to web page design and online user...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to expound on search engine limits and to offer more novel approaches to searching the web. Design/methodology/approach – Examines alternative search engines to Google. Findings – Not only does Google have competitors and augmenters, but they keep on...

Purpose – This column aims to focus on the obsolescence of technology, and the problems associated with the archiving, storage and retrieval of data. Design/methodology/approach – The column takes the form of a viewpoint paper. Findings – All technology is susceptible to obsolescence,...