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Selection Sources for Congregational Libraries:
Software for Church Libraries
The following links are provided for informational purposes only. They
do not represent a personal, professional, or institutional endorsement
or recommendation.
- Athenaeum
- SumWare Consulting has developed three library packages appropriate for use in small
libraries. All the packages support a catalog and circulation function, although each
package different capabilities. The MARC utility can decode MARC files for imput into
Athenaeum. Trial downloading available. Last visited: 07/2007.
- BookDB
- A free database program to manage your collection. Enter author, category,
and publisher and print them out in a variety of formats. BookDB is
only capable of producing item lists; it does not facilitate traditional
library functions, such as an online catalog or circulation. Last visited: 07/2007
- Cadomel Products
- Offers three products based on user's age level and/or your library's
size. A free download is available. Last visited: 07/2007
- Concourse
- Windows-based functions available include: cataloging, circulation,
acquisitions, serials control, materials processing, report production,
shelf lists, subject headings, and searching, to name just a few. No
pricing was specified. Visit the site to test the system with a download
and get detailed product specifications. Last visited: 07/2007
- Koha
- Koha is the first open-source Integrated Library System (ILS). Koha
is free, locally customizable, and liberates libraries from vendor obligations
and upgrades. To get started with Koha a server, some library knowledge,
some HTML skills, and some IT skills will be needed. Koha features modules
for circulation, cataloging, acquisitions, serials, reserves, patron
management, branch relationships, and more. Upgrades to Koha are initiated
by a growing community of libraries. Last visited: 07/2007
- Librarian's
Edge
- Windows based, menu driven interface, fully integrated system featuring
public access catalog, circulation, and technical services modes. Last visited: 07/2007
- LiBRARYSOFT
- Released in 1992 and utilized by over 500 religious libraries in the
U.S. and Canada. LibrarySoft was reviewed and given 3 out of 4 starts
by CSLA magazine (Church and Synagogue Library Association.) LiBRARYSOFT
is affordable and may be customized according to user's needs.
Last visited: 07/2007
- Library 1.7
- A Windows-based, reasonably priced program from Church Related Online
Software Systems. DOS programs also available. Last visited: 07/2007
- LexFile
- Lex Systems are makers of LexFile, an upgradable software package
for almost any price range. Try a FREE download of a "fully functional
OPAC system with a fast search engine that will perform MARC cataloging,
inventory control, print reports/labels/cards, and perform circulation
control." Your free database, however, will be limited to 5000 records.
The software is PC-compatible and can run on a local area network. Includes
an online help database. Last visited: 07/2007
- PC Card
Catalog
- Library Concepts, producers of "library software for the small
library," present this product for Windows 9x/NT/2000/XP users.
PC Card Catalog and its earlier iterations (CASSY, LIBRARY MANAGER)
were developed around a real church library (Wedgwood Baptist in Fort
Worth, TX). Features online lookup; list/catalog card/label/bookplate
printing; MARC import; bar-code capability; advanced series title cross-linking
and donor tracking. Accompanying modules include circulation and public
access (OPAC) in both single-user and network versions. Download a free
demo. Last visited: 07/2007
- Readerware
- Enter a list of ISBNs, UPCs or barcodes into Readerware and the program
does the rest, automatically searching the web and cataloging your collection
of books, music, and dvds. Readerware can merge information from multiple
web sites to build a database. Intended for consumer use in tracking
a home library, Readerware does not support functions associated with
a traditional library. Download a free, 30 trial. Last visited: 07/2007
- ResourceMate
- ResourceMate® 3.0 is Windows® based resource library automation
software program designed for churches, schools, synagogues, corporations,
associations, non-profit organizations, clergy, professionals, etc.
Download the demo and take the 2 minute challenge. Last visited: 07/2007
- Right On Programs
- Developed by a librarian, the Right On suite of programs includes a circulation
system, online catalog, card catalog creator, database management utility,
and periodicals management module. All titles available in single user
and unlimited user network versions with no per user charges. Contact the company
to arrange for a trial. Last visited: 07/2007
- Surpass
Software
- "Surpass provides powerful, customizable, affordable library automation
solutions" for church libraries. A variety of modules are available
for purchase, including administration, circulation, online public access
catalog, a Z39.50 Internet cataloging tool, and a MARC record management
system. Interested parties may download and test any Surpass program
free for 60 days. Regarding these products, the American Library Association's
Library Technology Reports wrote: "Customizability is the hallmark of
Surpass." Last visited: 07/2007
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