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ICTs in Libraries

The use of digital technologies, such as computers, internet, and digital knowledge resources, in libraries and information centers to provide community access to information, support lifelong learning, and promote social inclusion, with a focus on bridging the digital divide and ensuring that all individuals have access to the information and skills they need to participate in the knowledge society

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Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have transformed libraries and information centers by enhancing access to resources and improving management processes. Digital libraries, library management systems, and information retrieval techniques are key components that facilitate the efficie...

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Key Terms

Digital Library
A library that provides access to digital resources.

Example: Many universities have digital libraries for students.

Library Management System
Software that helps manage library operations.

Example: Koha is a popular open-source library management system.

Information Retrieval
The process of obtaining information from a large repository.

Example: Using keywords to search a database.

E-Book
A book published in digital format.

Example: Kindle offers a wide range of e-books.

User Engagement
The interaction between users and library services.

Example: Surveys to gather user feedback.

Metadata
Data that provides information about other data.

Example: Cataloging books with author and title information.

Related Topics

Digital Archives
The preservation of digital information for future access.
intermediate
Information Literacy
The ability to identify, locate, evaluate, and use information effectively.
intermediate
Data Management
The process of collecting, storing, and using data efficiently.
advanced

Key Concepts

Digital LibrariesInformation RetrievalLibrary Management SystemsUser Engagement