Electronic Resources in The Modern Libraries : A New Path

Abstract

The development of Information Technology has made great changes in all industries. Library is no more an exemption of this. The technological advancement in the use and delivery of information media has changed the role of library professionals. The library is no more a mere stack holders of books, now they became owners of electronic information. The print media is getting digitized and through the advent of internet, the information is available to anybody from any corner of world. The use of e-journals, e-books has created a new source of information to the users. Their features attract the users to seek information from these media. The open access publishing has enhanced the availably of information by breaking down the financial barriers. It is this technology which has made greater impact on libraries.