Privacy in the library
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this column is to offer a snapshot of privacy in the library today.
Design/methodology/approach
Literature review and commentary on this topic that has been addressed by professionals, researchers and practitioners.
Findings
It is significant that library users understand the disruptive nature of the online environment and its impact on privacy. Library users should welcome the controls and protections put in place while working in an open access environment, so that one does not fall victim to privacy breaches. After all, many years ago, the American Library Association codified that privacy is a “fundamental human right”.
Originality/value
The value in exploring this topic is to communicate that privacy in a library is of paramount concern, and constant vigilance is needed to ensure a library user’s right to privacy.
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Acknowledgements
Declaration: The author declares that there is no potential conflict of interest in the research.
Citation
Massis, B. (2017), "Privacy in the library", Information and Learning Sciences, Vol. 118 No. 3/4, pp. 210-212. https://doi.org/10.1108/ILS-02-2017-0009
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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