Libraries at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Abstract
ROLE OF LIBRARY AUTOMATION SYSTEM (ICT) IN LIBRARY’S ROUTINE OPERATIONS
ABSTRACT
The expansion and enlargement of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is having essential part in area of information studies and library automation specifically. The library is observed key of any educational institutions. A well-furnished and well-nurtured library is the basis of a present time teaching and training institutions. Educational libraries are having a major part in giving information resources to clients. Educational libraries are epicenters of education and learning and at that place everyone wants more information related to books, magazines, journals, periodicals etc. Libraries are well known for make use of ICT both to automate their normal functions and to provide search services to end users. Library advancement is a common term for ICT approach used to replace the physical system in the library. Computers are progressively being used in libraries for both internal functioning and for retrieving the details contained in the library. Computer applications avoid duplication of tasks and help to save time for all. The rapid growth of knowledge has made the physical process unnecessary and the need for computer data storage. Effective management of most information is exclusively feasible through the use of systems, which considered enumerate benefit of more precise and provides valuable information.
Keywords: Information and Communication Technology, ICT Approach, Library Advancement, library personnel’s, effective management.