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Encyclopedia of Library and Information Science, First Update Supplement
Covering a broad spectrum of topics that reflect both the history and state-of-the-art in the field, this reader-friendly supplement collects the latest advancements and research on new processes, developments, and technologies for the dissemination, access, and analysis of information-serving as a stand-alone source for anyone requiring an instant update on the many innovations in library science and information acquisition that have taken place over the past few years.
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