Williams, Theresa; Channaveeraiah, Lalithamba(Inflibnet center, February 28, 2008)
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Abstract:
Application of ICT in libraries has become inevitable in an era of information explosion and widespread
use of digital information resources. Effective application of ICT in libraries helps in performing their
operations and services most efficiently. The modernization of libraries and information centers
enabled information transfer and access, meeting objectives and there by establishes a network of
libraries and information centres. This initiative saw a major shift in resource development, resource
sharing and their utilization at various levels. They subscribe to e-journals, CD-ROM databases,
online databases, web-based resources, and a variety of other electronic resources. They participate
in library consortia and build digital libraries.