IFLA Journal. July 1998

This issue of the IFLA Journal presents a range of scholarly contributions examining intellectual property, copyright law, and preservation practices in libraries and archives. Authors analyze the implications of digital technologies on fair use, licensing, and access to information. Additional articles address professional education, cataloguing standards, and library management innovations. The issue offers global perspectives on adapting traditional library functions to contemporary challenges, emphasizing policy reform, international cooperation, and ethical responsibility. Through case studies and theoretical reflections, it underscores the ongoing evolution of libraries as dynamic institutions navigating the intersection of law, culture, and information.