2009 Volume 38

Precision and Relative Recall of Search Engines: A Comparative Study of Google and Yahoo

2009 Volume 38, All articles

By B.T. Sampath Kumar & J.N. Prakash, pp. 124-137 Abstract: This paper compared the retrieval effectiveness of the Google and Yahoo. Both precision and relative recall were considered for evaluating the effectiveness of the search engines. Queries using concepts in the field of library and information science were tested and were divided into one-word queries, […]

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The Impact of Technostress on Organisational Commitment among Malaysian Academic Librarians

2009 Volume 38, All articles

By Ungku Norulkamar Ungku Ahmad, Salmiah Mohd Amin & Wan Khairuzzaman Wan Ismail, pp. 103-123 Abstract: The technological revolution has undoubtedly brought along many changes in the workplace today. Although it has allowed work to be carried out faster and more efficient, many employees are not comfortable with the implementation of technology as it involves

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Analysis of Computer Crime in Singapore using Local English Newspapers

2009 Volume 38, All articles

By Na Jin-Cheon, Wu Hao, Ji Yong, Tay Mia Hao & Ramanathan Mani Kandan, pp. 77-102 Abstract: The purpose of this study was to collect and analyze computer crime cases in Singapore over a 6-year period from 2003 to 2008 and to understand the trend in computer crimes. For data collection, we constructed comprehensive query

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Medical and Health Information Seeking among Singapore Youths: An Exploratory Study

2009 Volume 38, All articles

By Intan Azura Mokhtar, Ji-En Goh, Kerrie Jiayi Li & Celine Xue-Li Tham, pp. 49-76 Abstract: This study aimed to find out what the attitudes of young people (aged 18 to 24) in Singapore towards medical or health information seeking were. This study also compared the responses between male and female youths. The findings of

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Reading Preferences among Different Generations: A Study of Attitudes and Choices in Singapore

2009 Volume 38, All articles

By Abdus Sattar Chaudhry & Gladys Low, pp. 27-48 Abstract: A survey of reading habits of a selected group of readers between the ages of 28 and 43 in Singapore indicated that they tended to adopt pragmatic and utilitarian approach towards reading. The preference for television and internet-related activities shifted them away from reading. Internet

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Environment Intelligence: An Innovative Information Service

2009 Volume 38, All articles

By Shaheen Majid & Christopher Khoo, pp. 13-26 Abstract: Libraries are continually developing innovative and creative services to keep pace with the fast changing society. ICT developments, particularly those providing easy access to information on the Web, have considerably increased the expectations of library users, who expect the same speed, breadth, and comprehensiveness in information

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Search Less Find More: Redefining Search Environments to Accommodate New User Behaviors

2009 Volume 38, All articles

By Chan Ping Wah, Johnson Davasagayam & Ngian Lek Choh, pp. 1-12 Abstract: The National Library of Singapore (NLS) has been prototyping new ways of delivering content to its users. This is to enable easier access for users so that time-to-find is more efficient and effective. This article discusses possible models of approaching end-user needs

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