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Cloud Computing Technology:A Boon for Library and Information Services

M.Gopalaswamy, S.N.Kumar ,

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Indian Journal of Library and Information Sciences 6(3):p -, Sept - Dec 2012. | DOI:

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Information technology has changed the lifestyle of mankind in every manner. Application of Information
technology has influenced every area of specialization, library and information centers are no exception.
Right from the beginning of its inception, libraries are found embracing the new technologies to improve
its services and perform effectively to satisfy the information needs of its end user. As the readers are
expecting more efficiency in services, Library and Information Centers are adopting new trendy technologies to cater the needs of its users. As a result, efforts are being made to adopt the internet, mobile technology many more.... in the field of library and information services. The next generation of internet i.e, web 2.0 has had a novel influence on how people interrelate and connect with each other, both from the individual view point and a business. Now in the era of digital libraries, a new concept is emerging called Cloud Computing, which offers information retrieval systems, particularly digital libraries and search engines, a wide variety of options for growth and reduction of maintenance needs and encourages efficient resource use. In simple terms, it is the ability to use resources and tools through the internet without really owning or being near them. This paper reveals the basic features of the emerging technology, its service models, its benefits to the libraries and some novel examples of selected libraries worldwide where cloud computing technology is adopted.


Key word: Cloud computing technology; ICT; Digital library. 

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