Information technology in Greek libraries: problems and prospects Available to Purchase

The authors undertook a tour of Greek libraries in the Spring of 1990 in order to present a report to their sponsors (the British Council and the Greek Ministry of Education) on the possibilities for, and the problems associated with the application of information technology in Greek public libraries. The paper provides an overview of the general framework (administrative, legal and financial) within which the different library sectors operate in Greece. It also includes an introduction to the state of professional education and development. The problems which hamper the increased use of information technology are outlined and prospects for future developments are discussed.