Self-Preservation Infrastructures: A Conceptual Examination of Shadow Libraries’ Position in the Digital Preservation Ecosystem
Published in The Changing Strategic Position of Information Centers and New Paradigms, ÜNAK '26 Symposium Proceedings, 2026
This paper will be presented at the ÜNAK ‘26 Symposium on 7–8 September 2026. The study conceptually addresses the self-preservation function of shadow libraries in terms of sustainability and accessibility of digital content.
Abstract
In the digital preservation literature, the position and functions of self-preservation mechanisms created by shadow libraries within the ecosystem are discussed alongside formal infrastructures.
Key Topics
- Shadow libraries and digital preservation.
- Self-preservation infrastructures.
- Strategic position of information centers.
Recommended citation: Çolak, O. (2026). "Self-Preservation Infrastructures: A Conceptual Examination of Shadow Libraries' Position in the Digital Preservation Ecosystem." The Changing Strategic Position of Information Centers and New Paradigms, ÜNAK '26 Symposium Proceedings.
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