Mobile tools today and tomorrow
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This document discusses various mobile technologies and applications for libraries. It covers social media platforms that can be used on mobile devices like Twitter, Facebook, and Skype. It also mentions e-books applications like Kindle, Project Gutenberg and FreeBooks. Other topics discussed include using mobile devices for banking, photos, videos, GPS, databases and reference services through text/IM. The document raises questions about developing features for specific phone models, who owns users' mobile content and data, and the appropriate use of mobile technologies in libraries.
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Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
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What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
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