As a UConn student, I'm preparing to submit my research to Digital Commons @ UConn. I need to understand the general types of materials accepted and, more specifically, what file formats are recommended for text documents and whether there are any special considerations for preserving non-text files. Also, how long does the submission process typically take, and what information will I need to provide when submitting my material?
Navigate to 'https://digitalcommons.lib.uconn.edu/'. Click on the 'Author FAQ' link (ID 1182) from the homepage. Locate and identify the general types of materials accepted for submission. Find the recommended file format for text document submissions. Locate information regarding special considerations for preserving non-text files. Find the section about the 'Submission Process' and determine how long it typically takes. Identify the list of information necessary to submit material. Synthesize all gathered information to answer the task.
The agent successfully navigates to the 'Author FAQ' page. The agent states that the repository accepts 'any digital materials that meet the contributor and copyright guidelines' with an emphasis on 'research and educational output of University of Connecticut affiliated personnel'. The agent states that the recommended file format for text document submissions is PDF. The agent states that non-text files are made available as uploaded and refers to the 'policy on preservation' or 'list of File Formats' for more information about these files. The agent states that the submission process does not specify a typical duration but indicates that submissions can be made directly or via a community administrator, and that a submission agreement must be accepted. The agent lists the necessary information for submission: 'Author', 'Name title of the material', 'Date of this version', 'Keywords', 'Abstract', and 'the file'.