"It's a good book for those interested in digital libraries, and readers should ignore the regional limites of its [content] and accept that what is said here applies to the international scene as well."
– Philip Calvert, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, in Electronic Library 23(5)
That this is a significant contribution to the literature on digital libraries is beyond doubt. For those specialists with existing knowledge and a desire to gain a broader picture of what is underway beyond their doorsteps, this will be a valuable addition to their collections.
– Bob Pymm, Charles Sturt University, in OIR 30 (2)
This is a good discussion of the issues of copyright, patentability of [content]-based image retrieval (CBIR) processes, and other legal issues that arise from the cultural and legislative diversity within the Asia-Pacific region.
– Maureen Henninger, University of Technology, Australia.
Its principle contribution to the field is in the examination and development of innovative techniques for reconciling difficulties encountered within cross-cultural and cross-lingual environments. Especially recommended for digital library designers with a firm grasp of metadata standards and associated protocols, and information architecture.
– Sherri Vokey, University of Toronto, Canada in Public Services Quarterly Vol 2, No. 2/3 (2006)
This book does not just confirm that digital library ineffectiveness is universal, but provides a broader view on its causes. The structure of this book is appropriate to its purpose. It opens and closes with scene-setting and forward-looking chapters. Each chapter has a good abstract, a clear introduction, a conclusion, and plenty of references.
– British Journal of Educational Technology, Vol. 38, No. 1 (2007)
The 20 papers in this book offer an insight into the concerns and research interests in digital libraries...Reading this book reinforces the importance for everyone to embrace open source developments, enable interoperability at all levels and to standardize protocols to ensure that the usability of digital library resources continues to increase.
– Library Hi Tech, Vol. 25, No. 3 (2007)