Assessment and Evaluation of Open Source Library Automation Software KOHA and NewGenLib Adaptable to RGUHS Digital Library Operations and Functions By SUDHAMANI K S Project Report Submitted to the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, Bangalore In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science Librarianship Under the Guidance of Dr. R. RAMA RAJ URS M.A, M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D University Librarian, Professor &Head Dept. of Health Science Library and Information System Digital Library and Information Centre Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, 4 th ’T’ Block, Jayanagar Bangalore ‐ 560041 JUNE-2010 i
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Assessment and Evaluation of Open Source Library Automation Software KOHA and NewGenLib Adaptable to
RGUHS Digital Library Operations and Functions
By
SUDHAMANI K S
Project Report Submitted to the
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, Bangalore
In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of
Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science Librarianship
Under the Guidance of
Dr. R. RAMA RAJ URS M.A, M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D
University Librarian, Professor &Head Dept. of Health Science Library and Information System
Digital Library and Information Centre Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences,
4th ’T’ Block, Jayanagar Bangalore ‐ 560041
JUNE-2010
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Dr. Renuka Prasad K V
General Secretary
&
Dr.Jyothi R Prasad
Director
ACADEMY OF LIBERAL EDUCATION®, SULLIA
&
KVG GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS
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RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES, KARNATAKA
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I hereby declare that this project report entitled “Assessment and Evaluation of
Open Source Library Automation Software KOHA and NewGenLib Adaptable to
RGUHS Digital Library Operations and Functions" is a bonafide and genuine
research work carried out by me under the guidance of Dr. R Rama Raj Urs, University
Librarian, Professor and Head, Dept. of Health Science Library and Information
Systems, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka.
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Open Source Library Automation Software KOHA and NewGenLib Adaptable to
RGUHS Digital Library Operations and Functions " is a bonafide research work done
by SUDHAMANI K S under my direct supervision and guidance in partial fulfillment
of the requirement for the Post Graduate Diploma in Health Science Librarianship.
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Dr. R. RAMA RAJ URS M.A, M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
It gives me great pleasure in preparing this project report and I take this
opportunity to thank everyone who have made this possible.
First and foremost I would like to express my deep gratitude and indebtedness to
my guide Dr. R. Rama Raj Urs, M.A., M.L.I.Sc, Ph.D, University Librarian,
Professor and Head, Dept. of Health Science Library and Information Systems, Digital
Library & Information Centre, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.
Karnataka for his valuable guidance, continuous supervision and help at every stage of
this study. His sustained interest, uncanny observations, valuable criticism and timely
advice were the motivating forces that guided me through out this work.
I take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks to Dr. Krishnamurthy M,
Mr. Hemanth Rao C and Mrs. Vijaya Tauro for their untiring support and timely
guidance.
I also thank all my Post Graduate Colleagues and supporting staff of the Dept.of
Health Science Library and Information Systems and my Friends for their guidance and
creditable suggestion throughout this project work.
Finally I thank my parents for their encouragement to complete this work in time.
PLACE: SUDHAMANI K S DATE:
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LIST OF ABBREVATIONS USED (In alphabetical order)
GPL General Public License
GSDL Greenstone Digital Library
ICT Information Communication Technology
ILL Inter Library Loan
ILS Integrated Library Systems
IT Information Technology
ISBN International Standard Book Number
OPAC Online Public Access Catalog
OSS Open Source Software
KIIKM Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management
LDAP Lightweight Directory Access Protocol
MARC Machine-Readable Cataloging
RDBMS Relational Database Management System
RFID Radio Frequency Identification
RGUHS Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science
RSS Really Simple Syndication
SDI Serial Digital Interface
XHTML Extensible Hyper Text Markup Language
XML Extensible Markup Language
Y2K Year 2000 Problem
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Sl No. CONTENTS
Page No.
I Introduction
1.0 Library automation
2.0 Open source software
1 - 12
II Installation of Koha and Newgenlib
• Koha on windows
• Newgenlib on windows
13 - 49
III Review of literature 50 - 52
IV Comparison between Koha and Newgenlib 53- 55
V Conclusion 56
VI. Bibliography 57 - 58
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LIST OF FIGURES
SL NO. TITLE PAGE NO.1 Apache installation 14-16 2 MySQL installation 16-19 3 Active Perl installation 20-22 4 Koha W32 installation 23-26 5 Newgenlib installation 27-49
LIST OF TABLE SL NO. TITLE PAGE NO.
1 Comparison between Koha and Newgenlib 53-55
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Abstract
Recent advancement in the field of information technology have compelled
libraries to embrace automation as the facilities provided by automated libraries so far
beyond the activities of traditional libraries.
Library automation is the general term for information and communications
technologies that are used to replace manual systems in the library. There are many
library automation packages available as open source software. Though they provide
advanced modules like acquisition, cataloguing, circulation, OPAC etc, here we can see
Koha and Newgenlib are the two library automation softwares.
Many activities of a library are routine in nature; a few are repetitive. Automation
of these activities help in managing the library's resources in a better way at the same
time saving time, money and manpower. On the basis of study we can say that every
software has some negative and some positive points.
Key words: Library Automation; Open Source Software; Koha; Newgenlib
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I. Introduction
1.0 Library Automation
Library automation is the general term for information and communication
technology (ICT) that are used to replace manual systems in the library.
A library management system, also known as an automated library system is
the software that has been developed to handle basic housekeeping functions of a
library.
Library automation which started in late 1970s in few special libraries has
now reached most of the university libraries and college libraries in India.
Library automation refers to use of computers, associated peripheral media
such as magnetic tapes, disks, optical media etc. and utilization of computer based
products and services in the performance of all type of library functions and
operations. Computers are capable of introducing a great degree of automation in
operations and functions, since they are electronic and are capable to control over the
processes being performed.
Even though this question seems to be very fundamental, it is essential to
emphasize this aspect as the library automation is yet to take off in majority of the
Indian libraries. Secondly, while justifying need for library automation more than
cost-effectiveness the benefits derived by the library users become the major
consideration. Since library does not happen to be an economic entity such benefits
need to be looked at in a different perspective.
1.1 Definition
• Software that automates library functions, such as cataloging, circulation,
serials control or acquisitions.(1)
1.2 Advantages of Library Automation
• Improve the quality, speed and effectiveness of services
• Relieve professional staff from clerical work
• Improve access to remote users
• Facilitate wider dissemination of information products and services
• Resource-sharing among other library networks (Union Catalogues)
• Enable rapid communication with other libraries
• Improve the management of physical and financial resources
1.3 Disadvantages of Library Automation
• Initial and recurring expenses
• Continuous staff training
• Hardware and Software obsolescence
Many activities of a library are routine in nature; a few are repetitive.
Automation of these activities helps in managing the library's resources in a better
way at the same time saving time, money and manpower. For example, once the
bibliographic details like author, title, edition, publisher, price, ISBN number, etc are
entered at the time of ordering, the same data can be used for accessioning,
cataloguing (OPAC), and circulation. Other important factors associated with
automation are speed, and accuracy. One can imagine the time saved in literature
searches and in preparing bibliographies. Automation also offers freedom from doing
repetitive and routine work as well as enables providing efficient services properly
and more efficiently cutting down time and improving productivity.
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Automation also facilitate generation of number of reports for better decision
making in the effective management of the library. Availability of various statistical
and other usage reports and performance reports will ensure better appreciation from
library users. For example, vendor performance analysis is possible. Subject-wise or
project/department-wise budget can be monitored. Circulation data can provide
information on titles that are in great demand so that more copies can be procured, if
needed. Many current awareness services like current additions, contents of books
and journals, etc can also be provided to users.
1.4 Objectives of the study
The main objective of this project is to build open source library management
software in the field of library and information science, and to make a comparative
study between them. This study will also explore and suggest various steps for
improvement of the system. This study will provide an overview of library
automation, general features of library management and implementing and exploring
of Koha and Newgenlib.
It is the study about two open source library automation softwares Koha and
NewGenLib and to recommend the best suited software for adoption to RGUHS
digital library.
1.5 Need for library management software
Before installing library management software, a creator should think either
there is a need for a library management software or not despite. The growing success
of the open source movement most of the general public continue to feel that open
source is easily accessable to them.
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2.0 Open-source software
Open source software has existed since 1960’s, but it is only in the last few
years that they have received much attention. The term “open source” refers to
software that is freely available and that includes the original source code used to
create it. So that users can modify it and make it work better for them.
Open Source Software (OSS) is computer software for which the source code
and certain other rights normally reserved for copyright holders are provided under a
software license that meets the Open Source Definition or that is in the public
domain. This permits users to use, change and improve the software and to
redistribute it in modified or unmodified forms. It is very often developed in a public,
collaborative manner. Open-source software is the most prominent example of open-
source development and often compared to user-generated content. The term open-
source software originated as part of a marketing campaign for free software.
Open-source software is computer software that is available in source code
form for which the source code and certain other rights normally reserved for
copyright holders are provided under a software license that permits users to study,
change, and improve the software. Open source licenses often meet the requirements
of the Open Source Definition. Some open source software is available within the
public domain. Open source software is very often developed in a public,
collaborative manner. Open-source software is the most prominent example of open-
source development and often compared to user-generated content. The term open-
source software originated as part of a marketing campaign for free software. A report
by Standish Group states that adoption of open-source software models has resulted
in savings of about $60 billion per year to consumers.
Open Source Software (OSS) came into existence with the development of
ICTs. The term “open source” refers to software that includes the original source
code, used to create it so that users can modify it to make it work according to their
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needs. It also includes the right of redistribution; therefore, there may be products that
are based on other open source products. While the software may be free, a developer
or distributor may charge for services including special programming, installation,
training and technical support, etc. In general, the source code of OSS is widely
accessible, freely available and reusable. The most popular source license, the
General Public License (GPL), allows almost full use and re-use of source code.
Using Open Source Technologies Libraries have a greater freedom in using
the software without any restrictions on “How it has to be used?” .They also have the
liberty to migrate, upgrade and update without any hassles. The Open Source is used
synonymous with Free, which is absolutely wrong. At times the initial
implementation cost of Open Source technologies is costlier than proprietary ones,
but their running costs are usually very low compared to proprietary software.
2.1 Definitions
• The software being distributed must be redistributed to anyone else without
any restriction.(2)
• The license can require improved versions of the software to carry a different
name or version from the original software. (2)
2.2 Characteristics
OSS has many characteristics they are:
i) It is generally acquired freely
ii) Manufacturer or developer has no right to claim royalties on the distribution or use
iii) Source code is accessible to the user and distributed with the software
iv) No denial to an individual or to a group to access source code of the software
v) It has provision of modifications and derivations under the programme’s original
name.
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vi)Rights of facilities attached to the programme must not depend on the
programme’s being part of a particular software distribution
vii) Licensed software can not place restriction on other software that is distributed
with it.
viii) Distribution of License should not be specific to a product and License should be
technology neutral, etc.
2.3 Advantages:
• Free Redistribution
• Source Code
• Derived Works
• Integrity of The Author's Source Code
• No Discrimination Against Persons or Groups, Fields or Endeavor
• Distribution of License
• License Must Not Be Specific to a Product
• License Must Be Technology-Neutral
• Source code and the right to modify it is very important
• There is no single entity on which the future of the software depends
• No per-copy fees can be asked for modified versions
• It provides a new forum for democratic action
2.4 Disadvantages
• Most open source software applications are not reliable
• No support exists for open source software
• No guarantee of updates
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2.5 Selection of library software:
Following criteria might help the librarians to select the right software for other
housekeeping operations:
1. Who are the developers, whether an institution, or reputed company or few
individuals. The preference is for institution and second preference is for the
reputed company. One has to be skeptical about the software developed by
individuals as there will be no continuity or authority
2. How many times the software has been revised since the time of its first
launch.
3. How many parameters are available for each module? More the parameters
better will be the flexibility and needs no or minimum customization.
4. Whether the software has facility to import bibliographic data available in
ISO2709 format and similarly export of data in this format
5. Training and guidance after installation
6. Whether available on major operating systems.
7. Whether it is web interfaceble
8. Whether it can be interfaced with the e-mail system of the campus network.
9. Whether it has taken care of Y2K compliant.
10. How many installations it has got in the country, since when and major
clients.
11. Whether it can offer OPAC and different rights to different logins
2.6 Koha
Koha is the first open-source Integrated Library System (ILS). In use
worldwide its development is steered by a growing community of libraries
collaborating to achieve their technology goals. Koha's impressive feature set
continues to evolve and expand to meet the needs of its user base. Koha was created
in 1999 by Katipo Communications for the Horowhenua Library Trust in New
Zealand. The first installation went live in January of 2000.
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Overview
Koha is written in Perl, stores its data in a MySQL database, and is accessed
via an Apache webserver. All three of these supporting programs have distributions
for Windows and are not difficult to install. And they are all available without cost,
just like Koha. A Windows install package is available for Koha that installs all the
Koha files to the proper locations, installs required Perl modules, and handles
necessary basic configuration to be able to run Koha with sample
• Modules Covered
• Online Public Access Catalogue
• Acquisitions
• Cataloguing
• Circulations
• Serials
• Reports
2.7 Features
Koha is a comprehensive system that will intelligently run your library - large or
small, real or virtual.
• A full featured modern integrated library system (ILS).
• Award winning and open source no license fee, ever.
• Linux, Unix, Windows and Mac OS platform.
• Web Based.
• Fully integrate it into own website.
• Copy cataloging and Z39.50.
• MARC21 and UNIMARC for professional catalogers.
• Tailored catalog module for special libraries.
• Use as a document manager or digital library.
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• Manage online and off line resources with the same tool.
• RSS feed of new acquisitions.
• E-mail and/or text patron's overdue and other notices.
• Print your own barcodes.
• Serials management module.
• Full catalog, circulation and acquisitions system for library stock
management.
• Web based OPAC system (allows the public to search the catalog in the
library and at home).
• Simple, clear search interface for all users.
• Simple and comprehensive acquisition options.
• Koha is multi-tasking and enables updates of circulation, cataloging and
issues to occur simultaneously.
2.8 NewGenLib
NewGenLib is an integrated library management system developed by Verus
Solutions Pvt Ltd and the Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge
Management in Hyderabad, India. NewGenLib version 1.0 was released in March
2005. On 9 January 2008, NewGenLib was declared Open Source Software under
GNU GPL License by Verus Solutions. Currently NewGenLib2.2 update 2 is the
latest version running. It has crossed 22000 downloads in 20 months since it was
made Open Source.
NewGenLib, a library automation system developed in India, has recently
joined the open source community. This product was introduced in 2003, primarily
intended for libraries in the developing world. It has been adopted by about 122
libraries, primarily in India, but with some sites in Syria, Sudan, and Cambodia.
Two groups collaborate in the development and support of NewGenLib.
Kesavan Institute of Information and Knowledge Management (KIIKM) is a non-
profit professional trust that spearheads the project. This organization describes its
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primary goal as “acting as an independent, non-governmental centre for the study,
training and advocacy in information and knowledge management.” The key
activities and funding for the trust relate primarily to NewGenLib, the development of
a textbook on library automation, and on the creation of e-learning modules on library
automation. Versus Solutions, a small software development company performs the
technical development of the software. Both the organizations are located in
Hyderabad, India.
The software has been distributed under the traditional commercial license
model since 2003. In January 2008, the decision was made to offer the system as
open source software under the GNU GPL (General Public License). According to
L.J. Haravu, one of the three principals of KIIKM, the move to an open source model
would result in wider adoption of the software. The organizations involved would
move from a license-based business model based on service.
A new company was formed, Versus IT Services Pvt. Ltd., to provide service
and support for the product as it moves into the open source realm. The relationship
of this new company to NewGenLib closely resembles that of Liblime to Koha and
Equinox Software to Evergreen.
NewGenLib, as an ILS tailored for libraries in developing countries, may not
necessarily be of direct interest to libraries in our region. It does, however, show that
the open source approach for library automation system has also made some advances
internationally.
• Modules Covered
o Acquisitions
o Cataloguing
o Serials management
o Circulation
o Administration
o OPAC
o End-of-day process (daily scheduler) reports.
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2.9 Salient features
1. Freedom: Available under GNU GPL
2. Functional modules are completely web based. Uses Java Web Start
Technology
3. Compatibility - Complies with international metadata and interoperability
4.2 Nabi Hasan: Issues and Challenges in Open Source Software Environment
with Special Reference to India
Open Source Software (OSS) and explains the meaning of the term OSS,
giving some of the definitions, the typical terms used to explain it and also elaborates
some of the important issues with reference to the explanation of the OSS. It
discusses the reasons why the librarians and the libraries need the OSS model in
current scenario, same. It further discusses in details, the important issues of OSS
development and librarianship and Open-Source and Usability
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as per the individual requirements. It describes important OSS, being presently used
worldwide with special referenc
ment, highlighting important characteristics/features, merits, etc. of the
softwares. critical issues and challenges in OSS environment are also discussed. The
paper further highlights the future of the OSS and conclude with an assessment of
widely used OSS.
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4.3 Dr. P. V. Konnur: Transforming Libraries into Learning Centers using
Open Source Technologies Open Source Technologies in Open Libraries
Thus by using Open Source Technologies Libraries have a greater freedom in
using the software without any restrictions on “How it has to be used?”. They also
have the liberty to migrate, upgrade and update without any hassles. The Open Source
is used synonymous with Free, which is absolutely wrong. At times the initial
implementations cost of Open Source technologies is costlier than proprietary ones,
but their running costs are usually very low compared to proprietary software. Open
ource may synonymously used with the word Freedom. S
4 Brief .4 Christine L. Borgman : From Acting Locally to Thinking Globally: A
History of Library Automation
Over a period of thirty years, goals for library automation have shifted from
an emphasis on local concerns to an emphasis on global concerns. These goals
evolved through three incremental phases--efficiency of internal operations, access to
local resources, and access to resources outside the library--before reaching the
present stage of addressing interoperability among systems and services. The
challenge facing libraries today is how to act locally--to implement systems that
ensure internal efficiencies and high levels of service to the community--while
thinking globally, assuring that local systems are able to exchange data with other
systems located around the world. Each of these phases in the history of American
and British library automation is discussed. American and British experiences are
contrasted with recent developments in central and eastern Europe, raising issues of
how to support expansion into regions with different traditions of library service and
practices, different technical standards, different political, economic, and cultural
circumstances, and a lower installed base of information technology. Technology and
policy issues involved in library automation and its role in the Global Information
Infrastructure are summarized.
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4.5 Fuggetta Alfonso: Open source software––an evaluation
The success of Linux and Apache has strengthened the opinion that the open
source paradigm is one of the most promising strategies to enhance the maturity,
quality, and efficiency of software development activities. This observation, however,
has not been discussed in much detail and critically addressed by the software
engineering community. Most of the claims associated with open source appear to be
weakly motivated and articulated.
For this reason, this paper proposes some qualitative reflections and
observations on the nature of open source software and on the most popular and
important claims associated with the open source approach. The ultimate goal of the
paper is to identify the concepts and intuitions that are really peculiar to open source,
and to distinguish them from features and aspects that can be equally applied to or
found in proprietary software.
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IV. Comparative Study of Koha and Newgenlib Features Koha Newgenlib1 System features Network/Stand alone version YES YES Os independent YES YES For particular library NO NO Internet compatibility YES YES Intranet 2 Data Entry Restrictions on no.of records in a database NO NO MARC YES compatible YES Duplicate checking YES YES Multilingual support YES YES 3 e Performanc Modification of screen layout YES YES Can library staff customize the reports? YES YES Multilingual screen display YES YES 4 Documentation Is reference manual available / documentation YES YES Is there e-mail discussion group YES YES Does a manual have NO YES
Table of contents Glossary Index
Is there a user group? YES YES Help YES YES Modification of help message is possible? YES YES 5 Acquisition Selection of item YES YES Duplicating checking YES YES Selection of vendor YES YES Ordering YES YES General order request letter YES YES Claiming YES YES YES YES Receipting Fund rol YES YES cont Budget control YES YES Reports and statistics X YES 6 Cataloguing Record creation YES YES Duplicate checking YES YES Record editing YES YES
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Authority control YES YES Copy catalogue YES YES Bibliographic Framework YES YES Call no YES YES Import/Export data YES YES Union catalogue YES YES Cataloguing of different items YES YES Reports YES YES Z39.50 YES NO OAI/PMH NO YES SRU/W YES YES 7 Circulation Patron and item information YES YES Setting preference (Issue, Return, Renewal etc.) YES YES Return/Check In YES YES Fines and overdue notices YES YES Reservation of book from librarian interface YES YES Weed out NO YES Renewal YES YES Short term loans YES NO Inter Library Loan(ILL) YES YES Report YES YES Print Checkouts YES YES 8 Serials Control Fund control YES YES Ordering YES YES Receipting YES YES Claiming YES YES Binding YES YES Import/Export YES YES 9 OPAC Simple search YES YES Advanced search YES YES User help NO YES Biblio status YES YES Print catalogue in simple format YES YES Multimedia facility YES YES Reservation through OPAC YES YES Stop word generation YES YES Can user modify display format? YES YES Facility for save and executing query NO NO Facility for WEBOPAC YES YES Facility for posting suggestions YES YES Display of search history NO NO Creation of virtual shelve YES NO
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10 f data Analysis o Tools for analysis of statistical information YES YES 11 Security LDAP authentication YES NO Privileges to library staff YES YES 12 Other features RSS feeds enabled YES YES
SDI NO YES Management of User profile YES YES Generation of No-due certificates NO YES Location map NO YES
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Koha. Report generation
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functionality of Newgenli
Acquisition module is more
Newgenlib. Serial Management is better in Newgenlib than
facility in N
Koha where
Though Newgenlib is open source software but it has not given the source file
to end user to compile and install. It has only given the binary file to use, so if a end
user wants to customize the software he can not do it by using that binary file,whereas
koha. Another important requirement that is UNICODE compatibility is not good in
Newgenlib as in Koha.. Koha OPAC has several features which have practical use in
the library scenario such as virtual shelves, book bag etc where as Newgenlib does
not have this facility.
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V. Conclusion
hem we come to the conclusion that some of the modules
functionality of Newgenlib is better than Koha and vice versa.
Koha table of contents, glossary, index, weedout, SDI, no due certificate
and loc
genlib. The features of
both th
Library automation is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity. Open source
software movement may change the way we apply and use software for library
activities. On the basis of these features we can say that every software has some
merits and demerits. All modules available in particular software can say that it is
best for the library. In Koha and Newgenlib almost all the modules are available but
after comparison of t
In
ation map are not available. In Newgenlib all these are available. In the same
way Z39.50, short term loans, creation of virtual shelve,LADP authentication are
available in Koha but these are not available in Newgenlib. Reports and statistics are
available in Newgenlib and in Koha that feature is available but does not meet the
requirements.
While implementing and comparing Koha and Newgenlib the experience is
very good. Installation of Koha software was easier than New
e software were good.
Finally, I conclude that, with these two open source library automation
softwares Koha and NewGenLib, the ”KOHA” is most suitable for adoption to