As used in this chapter:

(1) “Library technology” includes, but is not limited to, technologies that support the storage, retrieval, processing and dissemination of information necessary for the efficient and effective operation of libraries in meeting the information needs of their users. The following items and services are considered to be included within the definition of “library technology:” hardware, software, training, installation, networking, telecommunication, database migration and consultant costs.

(2) “Networked integrated library system” is a computer system that uses a bibliographic database to support multiple library operations and online terminals.

(3) “Non-state share” means a sum of money from sources other than state funds.

(4) “Total cost” means the maximum sum or sums of money which may be spent for library technology projects, provided that nothing contained in this chapter shall prevent any non-state source from increasing said total cost by providing a larger amount from non-state sources than that stated as that non-state share, nor prevent the acceptance and use of any future funds appropriated by the Congress of the United States for these purposes.

71 Del. Laws, c. 455, § ?1;