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Running a Summer Reading Program can be Both Exciting and Overwhelming
Running a summer reading program can be both exciting and overwhelming. Here are some tips and tricks to help library staff stay sane and organized during the busy summer months: 1. Plan Ahead Early Preparation: Start planning the program months in advance. This...
4 Popular Scams To Watch Out For
Keeping up with cybercriminals is like trying to nail jelly to the wall. Just as you think you’re up to speed, a new scam hits the headlines. Using new tech innovations like AI, scammers are getting much better at impersonating banks, health care providers and…us....
How To Put Generative AI To Work For Your Library
How To Put Generative AI To Work For Your Library The rapid evolution of AI over the past year has been nothing short of revolutionary, particularly generative AI – technologies that generate text, images, video, 3-D models, and even code – which saw a breakout year...
Why 60% of data backup fail when you need them most
From natural disasters and cyber-attacks to accidental deletion, there are many reasons a library needs to back up its data. However, Avast’s latest findings on disaster recovery highlight an alarming issue for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs): 60% of data...
3 Cybersecurity Myths That Will Hurt Your Library This Year
Working amid the ever-changing currents of technology and cybersecurity, libraries often find themselves entangled in a web of misinformation and outdated ideas. But failing to distinguish between myth and fact can put your security at serious risk. Based on expert...
Tapping into Tech: A Deep Dive into Patron Computer Usage at the Library
With over three decades of experience, AVC has been at the forefront of installing and maintaining patron computers in libraries. We've witnessed the evolution of library IT needs, from the days of physical locking devices to today's sophisticated network security...