Preservation, Digital Technology & Culture (PDT&C)

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Volume 46 Issue 4

Issue of Preservation, Digital Technology & Culture (PDT&C)

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Contents
Journal Overview

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Publicly Available December 6, 2017

Introduction

December 6, 2017

Articles

December 6, 2017

Monitoring Environmental Conditions with Low-Cost Single Board Computers

Monica Maceli, Anthony Cocciolo

Page range: 124-131

Abstract

Abstract: Controlling environmental conditions is an important component in preserving archives and manuscripts, with building design and HVAC systems widely used to achieve the desired conditions. One tool used for monitoring HVAC systems is the datalogger, which stores data such as temperature and relative humidity. As such devices can be costly and inflexible, this work explores the creation of a do-it-yourself datalogger and compares its accuracy, reliability, extensibility, cost, and ease of use against a popular commercial device. Findings suggest that organizations with sufficiently technology-savvy staff can construct and employ a DIY monitor for approximately one-quarter the price of commercial options, although costs may rise over time for support and maintenance of such systems.

December 6, 2017

Artists’ Books and the Problem of Digital Preservation

Tyne Lowe

Page range: 132-135

Abstract

Abstract: Artists’ books have become a popular genre for many institutions collecting art objects and unique books. The attempt to preserve the physical artists’ books often competes with the desire to extend user access to these highly tactile works. Partial digitization of artists’ books has allowed many institutions to cultivate an online presence for these collections, increasing access without compromising the physical integrity of the objects. However, creation of digital surrogates for artists’ books often sacrifices the authenticity and access to the intellectual content of the work. The challenge of digital preservation for artists’ books demonstrates the shortcomings of digital reformatting for works that may be intellectual and artistic.

December 6, 2017

IPABA Checklist for Heritage in Spanish: How to Assess Visibility and Accessibility on the Web

Lola García-Santiago, Maria-Dolores Olvera-Lobo

Page range: 136-148

Abstract

Abstract: The authors propose a new index called IPABA (Identification, Presence, Audience, Browsability, Accessibility) for determining the potential visibility of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Spain and Mexico on the basis of their official websites. This index is based on a checklist which includes new categories and items that influence the visibility of these websites. The sample is exhaustive, comprising the 114 Mexican and Spanish websites that are the official, government-sanctioned online representations of the World Heritage Sites in question. The results reveal changes in social behavior with regard to communication. The majority of the websites assessed had an overall score that was acceptable with more than 650 points out of a possible 1000, although differences were observed between countries in terms of presence on social networks.

Field Note

December 6, 2017

Saving America’s Endangered Recordings: NEDCC’s Conservation Ethic for the Preservation of Significant Audio Media

Julie Martin

Page range: 149-150

Abstract

Abstract: Audio recordings may be the most endangered of Americas collections, due to rapidly deteriorating media material, the scarcity of equipment for playback, and the diminishing numbers of professionals who have the skills for repairing legacy equipment and reformatting audio using traditional analog methods. The evidence for the size of the problem may be found in a variety of studies prompted by the National Recording Preservation Act of 2000 (H.R.4846). The resulting National Recording Preservation Plan by the Library of Congress and the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR) was released in 2012.

About this journal

Objective
Preservation, Digital Technology & Culture (PDT&C) is an international refereed journal of high scholarly standing which focuses on preserving digital content from a wide variety of perspectives, including technological, social, economic, political, and user. Its scope is global, covering projects and practices from key international players in the field.

The intended audiences for PDT&C are librarians, archivists, museum and other cultural heritage professionals, and educators. The goal of the journal is to provide a timely forum for refereed articles, news, and field notes from around the world.

In addition to the featured refereed articles, there is a section called Currents which contains news and commentary. Further contributions include invited articles, editorials, reviews, and position papers. High quality color illustrations will add to the informative value of the content.

All articles undergo a double-blind peer review process with at least two peer reviewers (at least one external).

Topics

Digital content preservation
Culture
Information science
Library science
Preservation and restoration
Communication science

Article formats
articles, editorials, reviews, commentaries, and position papers

Call for papers

Information on Submission Process

Volume 46 Issue 4

Issue of Preservation, Digital Technology & Culture (PDT&C)

Titelseiten

Final Column

Monitoring Environmental Conditions with Low-Cost Single Board Computers

Abstract

Artists’ Books and the Problem of Digital Preservation

Abstract

IPABA Checklist for Heritage in Spanish: How to Assess Visibility and Accessibility on the Web

Abstract

Saving America’s Endangered Recordings: NEDCC’s Conservation Ethic for the Preservation of Significant Audio Media

Abstract