AWARENESS AND USE OF OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE AMONG LIBRARY PROFESSIONALS IN NORTHWEST UNIVERSITY KANO
Abstract
ABSTRACT
The purpose of this study is to investigate the level of awareness and use of open source
software among the professional librarians in northwest university Kano. The research
design used descriptive survey. A simple random technique was used in carrying out
the work. A total number of eighty (80) respondents were used for the study. The
instrument for data collection was a questionnaire. 80 copies of the questionnaire were
distributed to the library professionals in the university. 65 (81%) copies were return
rate. Data collected were analyzed. The study also found out that the problem militating
against the use and awareness and use of open source software include: unawareness
of the availability of open source software in the library, poor internet connection,
financial problem and inadequate training. The recommendations made to improve
includes: Library management should make sure all library staff are exposed to open
sources software and receive training on how to change their approach to embracing
new ways of information provision through modern technologies. E-library
professionals should conduct orientation sessions on awareness and use of open source
software. Government and university management should be willing to assist members
in any organization with these kinds of technologies and should be readily available.
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