 |
|
|
ETI produces, together with its partners, taxonomic 'e-monographs' on CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, as well as video DVDs and PhotoCDs to document the world's biodiversity resources and to provide scientists, students, eco-managers and other users with quality up-to-date taxonomic and biodiversity information systems. These efforts are part of our contribution to the Species Bank Programme of the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF).
The World Biodiversity Database CD-ROM Series
 |
These CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs are based on ETI's Linnaeus II content management software (or comparable ETI-supported software) and contain multimedia taxonomic databases, computer-assisted identification keys and interactive geographic information systems. They either encompass a taxon (regionally or worldwide), or contain a biodiversity information system covering species diversity in a specified geographic region. These titles provide detailed and complete information systems that are to be used as state of the art taxonomic references works for bio-monitoring purposes, biodiversity documentation, etc. The information on some of these CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs is derived from ETI's Partner Networks or from collaborative programmes with partner institutions. Linnaeus II-based information systems can also be published online and made accessible through ETI's World Biodiversity Database. |
The World Biodiversity Database Supporting CD-ROM Series
 |
These are CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs with extensive information on specific details on taxonomy or biodiversity. For example, they may encompass:
This series accommodates information systems developed by third parties that are of particular importance to helping to further biodiversity science. ETI subsidizes the publication of these titles if they met quality standards with respect to content (peer review) and software (following common standards, technically supported). For information on how to publish your taxonomic database or identification key with ETI funding, please contact our head office. |
Formats, updates and support
ETI's CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs generally come in two formats: Windows compatible and Macintosh compatible. Windows CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs can be recognized by a green band on the front cover, while Macintosh versions feature a blue band on the front cover. Hybrid CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs can be used on both Windows and Macintosh platforms and feature a purple band on the front cover. Interactive educational CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs (and Web sites) for teaching purposes are produced separately of these two series.
ETI is committed to updating its CD-ROM and DVD-ROM publications in the above-mentioned series, including adapting them to future hardware configurations and computer operating systems (meaning that they will be replaced by new versions when big changes occur).
All registered users of ETI CD-ROM and DVD-ROM products and the Linnaeus II software can request support at our helpdesk. We will do our very best to help you with any questions that may arise.
Please see Portfolio for an overview of titles produced by ETI.