Security in libraries: authentication & authorisation and Radio Frequency Identification

Abstract

The most inspiring ideal of librarianship, embodied in the public library service is of free access to information for all. On the face of it security is part of the more niggardly side of library work, conjuring up images of closed access shelves and books on chains. In practice of course making sure one user does not steal or damage books is essential to guarantee access to the next user. Balancing the two needs for security and open access is a key part of the function of the librarian.

Citation

Cox, A. (1998), "Security in libraries: authentication & authorisation and Radio Frequency Identification", VINE, Vol. 28 No. 3, pp. 3-8. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb040688