Academic Libraries

Purpose: The main purpose of this research is to assess the feasibility of using VSAT satellites in the information services of university libraries.Method: The research method is a survey using the TOPSIS model, which indicates that the optimal method of providing the Internet is the method that has the greatest distance from negative factors and the least distance from positive factors. The opinions of user organizations, i.e. academic libraries and information centers, have been examined to clarify the necessity of using this method as well as its characteristics and advantages compared to other ways of providing the Internet.Findings: The findings show that VSAT satellite internet can have better conditions for providing services compared to other services such as ADSL, optical fiber, Wi-Fi and Wi-MAX. Also, their assessment determined that VSAT satellite internet is currently the best way to provide internet based on the criteria of service, support, cost, trust and quality, and ranks second in criteria such as security, confidentiality and service. In conclusion, the priority of solutions to provide library internet using TOPSIS analysis is: VSAT service; Optical fiber; ADSL service; Wi-Max services and wireless services.Conclusion: The results indicate that the VSAT satellite network, with advantages in the use of Internet services by libraries, plays an important role in improving the quality of these services.

In recent years, academic libraries have increasingly sought to enhance service quality and operational efficiency through the adoption of advanced technologies such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). Despite its well-documented benefits, the implementation of RFID systems faces numerous challenges. This study aims to identify and analyze the key barriers to RFID adoption in academic libraries in Iran. The research is applied in nature and employs a descriptive-survey methodology. Initially, potential barriers were extracted through a comprehensive literature review and previous studies. These were then validated via expert input using a structured questionnaire. Subsequently, to examine the interrelationships among the identified factors, a second questionnaire was administered, and the data were analyzed using Fuzzy Cognitive Mapping (FCM). The findings reveal that "High Implementation Cost," "Resistance to Change," and "Technical Issues" are among the most influential barriers in the RFID implementation process. These insights can support library managers and IT policymakers in developing more strategic and effective approaches for the successful integration of RFID technology in academic environments.