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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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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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
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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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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By Lim Peng Han, pp. 61-80 Abstract: This study attempts to uncover the beginning and development of English schools and school libraries in Singapore since 1819 until 1941. The growth of English schools from four before 1872 to 22 by 1938 was made possible by the reform of the Grants-in-aid system whether they were missionary
By Yeo Pin Pin and Rindra Mokhtar bin Ramli, pp. 48-60 Abstract: This paper describes the efforts made by the Li Ka Shing Library, Singapore Management University, in the design, creation and continual improvements of its spaces to meet the needs of its community. The Collaborative Study Area was presented as an example of introducing
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By Isabel Yeo-Tang I-Sha, Douglas Lau Chin Tiong, and Hilary Ho Oon Seng, pp. 35-47 Abstract: When libraries redesign their spaces, it is now fashionable to incorporate information commons, cafés and multimedia laboratories into their plans. As the library of the only teacher training institution in Singapore, NIE Library and Information Services Centre (LIBRIS) naturally
By Sajjad ur Rehman and Laila Marouf, pp. 13-34 Abstract: This study investigates the perceptions of 509 employees of nine Kuwaiti companies about the effectiveness of communication channels they have used while sharing information or knowledge with their coworkers. It was hypothesized that selected employee characteristics—nature of work, length of employment, age, educational qualifications, and
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By Chan Ping Wah and Ngian Lek Choh, pp. 1-12 Abstract: With the widespread use of web technologies and pervasiveness of handheld devices, libraries are grappling with the changing use patterns and expectations of its varied clientele. Debates about the uptake of new digital technologies reinforce old conclusions about the role and purpose of the
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