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This practical textbook offers a discussion of records management concepts and methods as they apply to electronic records. Coverage encompasses special records management issues and problems associated with electronic records, and physical and application characteristics of electronic storage media used by computer, audio, and video systems, including magnetic and optical storage as well as solid-state and obsolete storage that may be uncovered during inventory procedures. Also covered are principles and procedures for inventorying electronic records, factors that influence the stability and durability of electronic records, and methods for protecting records against damage and destruction. Guidelines for daily management of electronic records are also included. A glossary of terms and acronyms is included. The book is intended for records managers, computer systems professionals, office systems analysts, archivists, data center managers, librarians, and others responsible for the creation, maintenance, and use of electronic records created by computer, audio, and video systems. Saffady teaches information management at the Palmer School of Library and Information Science. Annotation c2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)