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041			_aEnglish
082			_a025.002 _bDHA
100			_aDhanavandan, S.
245			_aVirtual libraries : _binnovation to integration / _cDhanavandan, S.
260			_aDelhi : _bHow Academics, _c2024.
300			_a404 p. : _bhb. ;
520			_aVirtual Libraries: Innovation to Integration is a book that explores the evolution of libraries in the digital age. It delves into the transformative impact of digital technologies on traditional library systems, tracing their historical roots and highlighting how virtual libraries have emerged as pioneering platforms offering unparalleled access to resources and services. Key themes include digital transformation, innovative services, challenges and opportunities, the evolving role of librarians, and case studies and examples. The book chronicles the shift from print-centric libraries to digitally-driven information ecosystems, examining the proliferation of digital collections, online databases, and e-books. It also highlights the innovative services and tools that virtual libraries employ to enhance user experience. The book also addresses issues such as digital preservation, copyright concerns, and the digital divide, while highlighting the potential for democratizing access to information and fostering digital literacy. The book serves as a practical guide for librarians, educators, policymakers, and information professionals to navigate the complexities of the digital information age.
650			_aDigital Library
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