Information Studies Research Papers/Topics

VoIP Vs GSM Technology: The Way Of The Future For Communication

ABSTRACT This chapter presents VolP as a disruptive technology to GSM technology as well as the issues. controversies, and problems surrounding its deployment. It gives a general introduction of the evolution of communication systems from the POTS, 10 GSM, and now VoIP. Several issues that surround the deployment of VoIP such as provision of PSTN equivalent services by VoIP service providers, regulation of the service, introduction of latency and other counter measures by some operators, thre...

Professional Networking Among Librarians In Nigeria

Abstract This is a report of an empirical study on the nature and characteristics of professional networking between and among librarians in Nigeria. The study population consisted of 334 LIS professionals who attended the July 2017 annual conference of the Nigerian Library Association (NLA) held at the University of Lagos. The study examined the channels used for professional networking among librarians, factors librarians consider before activating professional learning network; reasons fo...

The Need And Use Of Community Library Services In Namibia

ABSTRACT The overall aim of this study is to investigate the use of community libraries in Namibia.