Software vendors

Alexandria library software

Readerware: $125 for book, music, video modules; 30-day trial

SirsiDynix Symphony: blend of Unicorn GL3 and Horizon 8/Corinthian systems; installed at more library sites around the world than any other single enterprise-caliber library system. ... Basic and advanced capabilities for Circulation, Cataloging, Serials, Acquisitions, Outreach, Materials Booking, Reserves, Accountability, and more. ... Open application programming interface (APIs) Features & Benefits; prices not listed.

Library World Web-based (no software) $365/year; full MARC cataloging, circulation, patron management, document management, serials control, and acquisitions. Fully multi-user and supports all standard networks, file servers, and popular computer platforms, including Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Macintosh OS/X. 30-day trial (started Nov. 23)

Small Library Organizer Pro catalog, search, and circulate books, CDs, video tapes, dvds, etc. manage member/patron information, track circulation data, manage fine transactions (optional). Ready-to-use database templates. Create book lists, circulation reports, library collection reports, patron/member directories, html library catalogs, address labels, book spine labels, book card labels, barcode labels, reminder letters, and more. $245 or $349 with database solutions 30-day trial $

MARCIVE implements the Library of Congress' system of Machine Readable Cataloging. MARC records include: title, statement of responsibility, edition, material specific details, publication information, physical description, series, notes, and standard numbers. MARCIVE also includes: authority records, spine label sets, catalog and shelflist cards, printed listings, MARC record enrichment (TOC, Fiction/Biography. 30-day trial to search database