Cloud Computing And Its Application In Libraries / الحوسبة السحابية وتطبيقاتها في المكتبات

Cloud Computing And Its Application In Libraries

Abstract

Cloud computing is a new phenomena in the history of services which are offered over the internet.

It has completely changed the way of use of the power of computers irrespective of any geographic location.

The biggest benefit for organizations and businesses is that it offers services using hardware or software or platform of third party sources.

It is very economical as it saves cost and maintenance.

Cloud computing comes in several different forms.

In order to minimize the cost and avoid duplication of resources, infrastructure, software, hardware, manpower use of emerging technologies like server virtualization and cloud computing in libraries are increasing. 

In this paper, an attempt has been made to give an overview of how service, platform and infrastructure forms of cloud computing have been used to serve library needs.

This paper discusses about characteristics, types, advantages and disadvantages, role of cloud librarian, use of technology, initiatives of cloud computing.

An attempt has also been made to overview the areas in libraries where this technology can be deployed to provide better library services and the productivity of library staff can be augmented.

Keywords: Cloud computing; Web 2.0; libraries; Cloud librarian.

Introduction

Till recently, and now too many organisations and individuals use computers to work alone, inside a business or home by investing on hardware, software and maintenance. 

It is the need of the day to adopt the latest technology in an organization.

With the help of technology, it can ensure quick and appropriate access of every information when needed.