Digital Libraries
Phoenix library branches have banded together to create a digital library that currently has about 50,000 titles of e-books, audio books, music and videos that can be "checked out" from anywhere.
Once discovered, says Tom Gemberling, the electronic resources librarian for the Phoenix Public Library, the program often proves wildly popular.
Available in thousands of libraries across the country, the programs work like this: First you need a library card, access to the web, and some easily downloadable software -- the Adobe Digital Editions, the Mobipocket Reader or the OverDrive Media Console.
At that point, just browse around the library's website, select some titles, add them to a digital book bag and click the download button. If the title isn't available, it can be placed on hold for downloading later.
Depending on the library and title, the item remains on your computer for one to three weeks before disappearing, meaning you don't have to bother with returning a book, CD or DVD to the actual library.
One of the main distributors to libraries is OverDrive Inc, based in Cleveland, which has deals with publishers including HarperCollins and Random House as well as music labels like Alligator Records.
David Burleigh, OverDrive's director of marketing, says the company now has an inventory of around 100,000 titles, works with about 7,500 libraries and has racked up millions of downloads of its media player and digital check-outs.
"We also know we are touching only a small percentage of each library's patrons. Everyone we talk to is like 'Wow, you do that?"' he says. "It's a like this nice secret, that we of course don't want to be kept secret."
Although it depends on publisher permission, books can usually be transferred from a desktop computer to any number of mobile devices.
Sony Corp's Reader, SanDisk Corp's Sansa, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd's Blackjack, Palm Inc's Treo 700wx, Motorola Inc's Q, Microsoft Corp's Zune, iRiver's 510, Hewlett-Packard Co'siPAQ, Dell Inc's Axim, Creative Technology Ltd's ZEN, AT&T Inc's Cingular Smartphone, and Apple's iPhone and iPods can all be used with the downloads, depending on the title and the library.
"People like the portability of it," Jim McCluskey, collection development assistant manager for Washington State's Sno-Isle Libraries, which will soon be offering iPod compatible downloads.
While having a collection of books and music available for downloads helps libraries keep up with changes in technology, McCluskey said, it carries other advantages, too.
"A lot of our libraries are cramped for space," he notes. "Material that doesn't take up shelf space and is available 24/7 -- that's really attractive for libraries."
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Kenneth Stuart fue encontrado asesinado en su domicilio el 26 de junio de 2008 (scroll down for English)
Fue un residente de largo tiempo de San Antonio del Mar, en su domicilio en la calle Morro N° 144.
La policía de Tijuana descubrió que un ordenador portátil y algo de dinero había sido retirado de su casa. Tomaron la persona que encontró su cuerpo en custodia durante tres días; me han dicho que se le interrogó duro y sin respecto.
La policía ha identificado a un sospechoso, un joven conocido de Stuart que había hecho el trabajo para él, pero aún no han llevado en custodia. Al parecer, Stuart identificado al sospechoso por medio de una cámara de vigilancia, y le permitió entrar en la casa. Es poco probable que los guardias de seguridad podría haber impedido la comisión del homicidio.
La Asociación de propietarios de viviendas del San Antonio del Mar y el grupo “Alerta de los Vecinos”se recomienda a los residentes que tenga prudencia cuando se permita a alguien en su casa. También se recomienda que las medidas de seguridad deberán realizarse, y se mantenga en contacto con los vecinos en que se confía.
Ser atento de lo que está ocurriendo alrededor de su casa, así como los hogares de sus vecinos.
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Kenneth Stuart was found murdered in his home on June 26, 2008.
He was a long time resident of San Antonio del Mar in his home at Calle Morro N˚144.
The Tijuana police discovered that a laptop and some cash had been removed from his home. They took the person who found his body into custody for three days; I was told they roughed him up badly while they questioned him.
The police have identified a suspect, a young man known by Stuart who had done work for him, but have not yet taken him into custody. Apparently, Stuart identified the suspect by means of a surveillance camera, and allowed him to enter the house. It is unlikely that the security guards could have prevented the commission of the homicide.
San Antonio residents are enjoined by the Home Owners Association and Neighborhood Watch to exercise prudence when permitting someone into their home. It is recommended that security measures be implemented, and contact with trusted neighbors be maintained.
Be observant of what is occurring around your home as well as your neighbors' homes.
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SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE
6:30 p.m., June 27, 2008
TIJUANA – Baja
California detectives are investigating the death of a 64-year-old U.S.
citizen who was killed at his residence in southern Tijuana.
A friend found Ken Stuart's body lying by his front door at 10:40 a.m. Thursday, according to a Tijuana municipal police report. He had been stabbed several times in the chest.
Stuart lived in San Antonio del Mar, a coastal community of some 800 U.S. and Mexican homeowners at Tijuana's southern end.
“There's no evidence of forced entry or robbery or random vandalism in the house,” said Al Rosen, president of the homeowners association. “It appears that whoever entered the house, entered with the knowledge of the victim.”
The U.S. Consulate in Tijuana has been in touch with Stuart's family. According to the consulate, he was born in Virginia.
A spokeswoman for the Baja California Attorney General's Office said the investigation was ongoing.
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Fue un residente de largo tiempo de San Antonio del Mar, en su domicilio en la calle Morro N° 144.
La policía de Tijuana descubrió que un ordenador portátil y algo de dinero había sido retirado de su casa. Tomaron la persona que encontró su cuerpo en custodia durante tres días; me han dicho que se le interrogó duro y sin respecto.
La policía ha identificado a un sospechoso, un joven conocido de Stuart que había hecho el trabajo para él, pero aún no han llevado en custodia. Al parecer, Stuart identificado al sospechoso por medio de una cámara de vigilancia, y le permitió entrar en la casa. Es poco probable que los guardias de seguridad podría haber impedido la comisión del homicidio.
La Asociación de propietarios de viviendas del San Antonio del Mar y el grupo “Alerta de los Vecinos”se recomienda a los residentes que tenga prudencia cuando se permita a alguien en su casa. También se recomienda que las medidas de seguridad deberán realizarse, y se mantenga en contacto con los vecinos en que se confía.
Ser atento de lo que está ocurriendo alrededor de su casa, así como los hogares de sus vecinos.
________________________________
Kenneth Stuart was found murdered in his home on June 26, 2008.
He was a long time resident of San Antonio del Mar in his home at Calle Morro N˚144.
The Tijuana police discovered that a laptop and some cash had been removed from his home. They took the person who found his body into custody for three days; I was told they roughed him up badly while they questioned him.
The police have identified a suspect, a young man known by Stuart who had done work for him, but have not yet taken him into custody. Apparently, Stuart identified the suspect by means of a surveillance camera, and allowed him to enter the house. It is unlikely that the security guards could have prevented the commission of the homicide.
San Antonio residents are enjoined by the Home Owners Association and Neighborhood Watch to exercise prudence when permitting someone into their home. It is recommended that security measures be implemented, and contact with trusted neighbors be maintained.
Be observant of what is occurring around your home as well as your neighbors' homes.
________________________________
SAN DIEGO UNION-TRIBUNE
6:30 p.m., June 27, 2008
TIJUANA – Baja
California detectives are investigating the death of a 64-year-old U.S.
citizen who was killed at his residence in southern Tijuana.
A friend found Ken Stuart's body lying by his front door at 10:40 a.m. Thursday, according to a Tijuana municipal police report. He had been stabbed several times in the chest.
Stuart lived in San Antonio del Mar, a coastal community of some 800 U.S. and Mexican homeowners at Tijuana's southern end.
“There's no evidence of forced entry or robbery or random vandalism in the house,” said Al Rosen, president of the homeowners association. “It appears that whoever entered the house, entered with the knowledge of the victim.”
The U.S. Consulate in Tijuana has been in touch with Stuart's family. According to the consulate, he was born in Virginia.
A spokeswoman for the Baja California Attorney General's Office said the investigation was ongoing.
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