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Holiday Shopping Safety: Six Common Scams and How to Avoid Them

Holiday Shopping Safety: Six Common Scams and How to Avoid Them

As we approach the holiday season, a time filled with festive shopping and exciting deals, it's also the prime hunting ground for cybercriminals. According to the Federal Trade Commission, shopping scams were among the most widespread fraud types in the U.S. last...

Enhance Safety with AVC Technology and Security Cameras

Enhance Safety with AVC Technology and Security Cameras

Beyond Books: Enhance Safety and Community Support Culver Union Township Public Library (CUTPL) was established in 1915, and the first security cameras were invented in 1926 (albeit as classified military technology). So, what do libraries and security cameras have in...

AI on the Horizon: Opportunities and Challenges for Indiana Libraries

AI on the Horizon: Opportunities and Challenges for Indiana Libraries

By Matt Enis, Adapted by AVC Technology Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping industries, and the library sector is no exception. Richard Baldwin, an economist from the Geneva Graduate Institute, encapsulates the current sentiment: “AI won’t take your job....

Why Data Storage and Backup Should Be on Your Radar

Why Data Storage and Backup Should Be on Your Radar

As a library director, your plate is already full. You’re managing budgets, overseeing staff, and keeping patrons happy. But there’s one more thing you should be thinking about: your library’s data. Where is it stored? Is it backed up? Who owns it? These aren’t just...

Maximize Library Efficiency with Co-Managed IT Services

Maximize Library Efficiency with Co-Managed IT Services

In the fast-evolving landscape of library services, technology plays a crucial role in enhancing both operational efficiency and the quality of services offered to patrons. However, managing this technology can be a daunting task, especially for libraries with limited...

Addressing Turnover Risks: Safeguarding Your Library’s Information

Addressing Turnover Risks: Safeguarding Your Library’s Information

The wave of job changes in 2024 highlights a crucial issue for library directors—ensuring the security of your library’s information during employee turnover. Even renowned institutions with sophisticated security measures can falter when it comes to offboarding...