*Library & Archival Security *is the only journal that stresses legal and organizational issues and incidents involving the security of libraries, archives, and other information centers. Peer-reviewed and refereed, the journal is devoted to providing information on all aspects of security in libraries, archives, and other information centers, including physical security; data and communications security; relevant legislation; disaster preparedness and recovery; and studies of related social, legal, and ethical issues.
Intended for scholars and practitioners in the fields of library and archival science concerned with the security and availability of traditional and digital collections. *Library & Archival Security* contains articles of theoretical and practical importance.
*Manuscripts are being sought on such security issues such as:*
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challenges posed by digital collections and Internet connectivity
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the security, integrity, and confidentiality of electronic
records, networks,
and communications, library Internet sites, and local library
automation systems
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the legal and ethical implications of library record keeping
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theft detection and prevention, including computer intrusion
detection and information audits
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security systems and equipment, and related inventory methods,
such as RFID
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accounts of preparedness for, and recoveries from natural
disasters, conflicts, or social and political unrest
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incidents involving public behavior and safety in libraries
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accounts of historical events which had impacts upon access to
library or archival material
* Library & Archival Security* also contains research reports and case studies. The editorial advisory board and review panel include practitioners and theoreticians in the fields of library and archival science, as well as professionals in the areas of security and disaster preparedness and recovery.
*Library & Archival Security *is currently accepting manuscripts for consideration of publication. Manuscripts should be 5—20 typed pages, double spaced (including references and abstract). The references and format should follow/ The Chicago Manual of Style/ (Chicago: University of Chicago Press). Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts electronically to the editor. The journal is published biannually (2 issues per volume), in both print and electronic format.
For more information on how to prepare articles for publication, visit the journal’s Web site at: *http://LAS.HaworthPress.com* and click on “Instructions for Authors” in the “Journal Information” column. You may also contact the editor, or submit articles for review in Microsoft Word form at:*
Christopher Brown-Syed*, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Library and Information Studies
534 Baldy Hall
University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY 14260-1020
Email: cbrownsyed@cogeco.ca
For a FREE print sample copy of the* **Library & Archival Security* please send an e-mail to: samplecopy@HaworthPress.com
