Linked open data (LOD) and its implementation in libraries: Initiatives and technologies

Authors

  • Ana-Isabel Torre-Bastida El profesional de la información
  • Marta González-Rodrí­guez
  • Esther Villar-Rodrí­guez

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3145/epi.2015.mar.04

Keywords:

Semantic web, Linked open data, LOD, Datasets, Open data, Libraries, Digital catalogs, Ontologies, RDF, VIAF, Europeana.

Abstract

The web of data is becoming one of the largest global information repositories, thanks to initiatives like LOD (linked open data) that facilitate the standardized publication of open data. The use of this paradigm offers great opportunities for libraries, applying semantic technologies to expedite data management and publication and promoting their connection to other repositories, increasing their presence and impact. In order to ensure the future of libraries in the Web of data, it is necessary to raise awareness among librarians about LOD opportunities and challenges. With this aim, we present the major initiatives in this area, along with the pioneering organizations in the use of linked data in the library domain.

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Published

2015-03-11

How to Cite

Torre-Bastida, A.-I., González-Rodrí­guez, M., & Villar-Rodrí­guez, E. (2015). Linked open data (LOD) and its implementation in libraries: Initiatives and technologies. Profesional De La información, 24(2), 113–120. https://doi.org/10.3145/epi.2015.mar.04

Issue

Vol. 24 No. 2 (2015): Servicios Bibliotecarios

Section

Research articles

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