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Traditional (Hard Copy) Reserves vs. Electronic Reserves

Traditional (Hard Copy) Reserves
Benefits
  • Most copyright fees are covered by the library
  • Can place entire books, music CDs, and video on reserve.
 Limitations
  • Limited to on-campus use during the hours the library is open. 
  • One copy can be used by one person at a time.
  • Non-return of overdue items is subject to overdue fines.
  • Frequently used paper copies are subject to wear and tear, missing pages, rearrangement, etc.
  • Replacement of lost items is not immediate and during this time item is not available to students.
Electronic Reserves
Benefits
  • Most copyright fees are covered by the library.
  • 24/7 access.
  • Read at one's own pace without worry of others waiting in line to use.
  • Not necessary to print the item. Able to read item directly from computer.
  • No lines at the Circulation Desk waiting for a high demand item to be returned.
  • Multiple students can have access to the same item at the same time.
 Limitations
  • Cannot place entire books, music CDs, or videos on reserve.
  • Speed of retrieval is dependent on the Internet connection speed.
  • Not all items can be placed electronically.