In chapter 3 of Library Technology Reports (vol. 55, no. 7), “Protecting Privacy on Library Websites: Critical Technologies and Implementation Trends,” Marshall Breeding describes an ongoing study to track the progress of libraries implementing technologies with implications for privacy and security. The study aims to show trends among the body of libraries considered and to help individual libraries become more aware of enhancements needed to their websites to provide better safeguards for privacy and security.
Author Biography
Marshall Breeding
Marshall Breeding is an independent consultant, speaker, and author. He is the creator and editor of the Library Technology Guides website, editor of Smart Libraries Newsletter, and a columnist for Computers in Libraries. He has authored the annual “Automation Marketplace” feature published most recently in American Libraries. He has also edited or authored several books, including Library Technology Buying Strategies. Formerly the director for innovative technology and research for the Vanderbilt University Library, he regularly teaches workshops and gives presentations internationally at library conferences.
