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Subject: Re: [Godfrey Lib-H] Fw: [SABR Info] Proquest and Heritage Quest Database Access
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2006 05:00:56 EDT
In a message dated 6/10/2006 1:35:08 A.M. Central Standard Time,
writes:
Sorry, but just about every library requires acquiring their card in
person. Presenting a photo ID, Picking up card in person (to verify
identity) Welcome to the era of the Patriot Act!!
Hi Maureen,
It really is more than the patriot act. Most libraries that provide access
to various databases also have to sign a contract with the companies that own
those databases. Those contracts have terms that the libraries have to
agree to, one of which is often that they will only allow access to the databases
to "their patrons". That usually means that in the library, anyone coming
in to use that library can have access to the database but that in terms of
remote access the library is restricted to allowing only their registered
patrons access.
For public libraries, being a "registered patron" usually means proving not
only who you are but where you live as most public libraries have some
definition of service in terms of locality. So they need to see some proof of
residence.
For college libraries, being a "registered patron" usually means being a
currently enrolled student.
In the case mentioned where the librarian is holding fast to not issuing the
card by mail I would imagine that she is just abiding by her libraries
policies. But that those policies also reflect the terms in some of the
agreements the library has with various companies.
In some cases, libraries form together as a group to purchase access to
databases. That joint agreement might also have requirements concerning the
issuing of any cards.
Example, we do joint purchasing with 6 other libraries. But... the
agreement is that only "registered patrons" of each library have remote access to the
resources. Should one of those libraries choose to begin allowing access to
groups outside that definition they would not be in compliance with the
agreement and technically could lose their access.
Now... bet you know more than you ever wanted to know....<g>. What can I
say... it is 4 a.m. here....<g>.
Take care - Emma
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