E-library

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Definition E-library
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Availability E-
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History of E-
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Disadvantages of E-library……7-8
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E-library
Definition
A E-library is a collection of documents in organized electronic form, available on internet or on CD, ROM,
Disk depending on the specific library, a user may be able to access magazine, book, video etc.

A digital library, also called an online library, an internet library, a digital repository, a library without
walls, or a digital collection, is an online database of digital objects that can include text, still images, audio,
video, digital documents, or other digital media formats or a library accessible through the internet. Objects can
consist of digitized content like print or photographs, as well as originally produced digital content like word
processor files or social media posts

Availability

There’s no better luxury than having access to knowledge and relevant information pertaining to specific
subjects. E-libraries save a lot of time by drawing out relevant resources only through a simple search tab. In the
case of a physical library or book, the same could have taken hours. Finding a book in a library can be like
finding a needle in a pile of hay. Options like in-built content search options, a few keywords, and title
suggestions, would help a user draw relevant resources from the vast range of material available online. Instant
availability of these resources helps users save time, prioritize other tasks, and store the found resources for
future use.

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history

The early history of digital libraries is not well documented, but several key thinkers are connected to the
emergence of the concept Predecessors include Paul Otlet and Henri La Fontaine's Mundaneum, an attempt
begun in 1895 to gather and systematically catalogue the world's knowledge, with the hope of bringing about
world peace The visions of the digital library were largely realized a century later during the great expansion of
the Internet.

Paul otlet henrie la fontaine

Vannevar Bush and J.C.R. Licklider are two contributors that advanced this idea into then current technology.
Bush had supported research that led to the bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima. After seeing the disaster, he
wanted to create a machine that would show how technology can lead to understanding instead of destruction.

An early example of a digital library is the Education Resources Information Center (ERIC), a database of
education citations, abstracts and texts that was created in 1964 and made available online through DIALOG in
1969
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In 1994, digital libraries became widely visible in the research community due to a $24.4 million NSF managed
program supported jointly by DARPA's Intelligent Integration of Information (I3) program, NASA, and NSF
itself.

Vannevar bush

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Advantages of e- library

I. Latest and updated books

your organization can update the digital library regularly. Many publishers these days allow digital libraries to
make the latest editions and magazines accessible to the readers based on the pay-as-you-read model. Hence,
your digital library will engage readers by providing access to the latest publications.

II. preserving knowledge for future

The physical storage devices like CDs, DVDs, and cassette tapes are prone to destruction and loss. The digital
libraries these days store resources in the cloud. Also, they implement elaborate security measures to keep the
content accessible only to genuine readers. That is why; digital libraries store valuable researches and studies
for future generations.

III. 24hours service

To visit a conventional library, the readers have to check the opening and closing hours and then plan
accordingly. They lack the option to access library resources at their convenience. But the digital libraries
enable readers to read eBooks, listen to audiobooks, and watch videos 24 hours a day. The readers can access
and read the library materials in digital format anytime and anywhere using their preferred devices.

IV. easy finding

While visiting a conventional library, readers have to put both time and effort to find the right book. Also,
fetching relevant information from the physical book takes time. But the digital libraries are designed with
built-in search options. Many digital libraries even speed up the content search by leveraging popular search
engines like Google, Bing, and Yahoo. That is why; the readers can find the required information instantly.

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V. Improves Interaction In Real-Time

Digital libraries enable real-time interaction among users by facilitating collaboration, discussion, and sharing
of resources. With the use of online forums, chat rooms, and other interactive tools, users can connect with each
other, share ideas, and engage in meaningful discussions, thereby enhancing their learning experience.

VI. Collaboration

Digital libraries facilitate collaboration among students by allowing them to share resources, discuss ideas, and
work together on projects.

VII. Environmental Sustainability

Digital libraries contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing the use of paper and other resources
required for traditional libraries.

VIII. Wide Variety of Content Available

Traditional libraries lack the flexibility to include a diverse range of content due to physical space constraints.
Digital libraries, on the other hand, store a wide variety of content in a virtual environment, including eBooks,
magazines, articles, blogs, papers, videos, podcasts, and audiobooks.

Modern digital libraries store their resources in the cloud so that their users can access them at any time and
from any location.
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Disadvantages of e-library

1. Copyright

Digitization violates copyright law because an author’s thought content can be freely transferred by another
without his acknowledgment. As a result, determining how to distribute information is one of the challenges for
digital libraries. How does a digital library ensure that information is freely distributed while protecting the
author’s copyright?

2. Access speed

As more computers connect to the Internet, the speed of access gradually decreases. If new technology does not
emerge to solve the problem, the Internet will be riddled with error messages in the not-too-distant future.

3. High initial cost

The infrastructure cost of a digital library, which includes the cost of hardware, software, and leasing
communication circuits, is generally very high.

4. Bandwidth

A digital library will require high bandwidth for the transfer of multimedia resources, but bandwidth is
decreasing due to overuse.

5. Efficiency

With a much larger volume of digital information, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find suitable material
for a specific task is becoming increasingly difficult.

6. Environment

The environment of a traditional library cannot be replicated by digital libraries. Reading printed material is
also easier for many people than reading material on a computer screen.

7. Preservation

As technology advances, a digital library’s content and data may become out-of-date and inaccessible.
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Types of E-library

There are several types of digital libraries, including:

1) Academic Digital Libraries

These are digital libraries that support academic research and education. They typically contain scholairly
resources such as journals, research papers, and academic books.

2) Public Digital Libraries

These are digital libraries that provide access to resources for the general public. They may contain resources
such as e-books, audiobooks, and online magazines.

3) Specialized Digital Libraries

These are digital libraries that focus on a particular topic or subject area. Examples include medical digital
libraries, legal digital libraries, and digital libraries for the arts.

4) National And International Digital Libraries

These are digital libraries that are created by governments or international organizations to provide access to
information and cultural heritage. Examples include the Library of Congress and the European Digital Library.

5) Corporate Digital Libraries

These are digital libraries created by organizations for their employees or customers. They typically contain
resources such as training materials, technical documents, and marketing materials.

Future development

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According to Larry Lannom, Director of Information Management Technology at the nonprofit Corporation for
National Research Initiatives (CNRI), "all the problems associated with digital libraries are wrapped up in
archiving". He goes on to state, "If in 100 years people can still read your article, we'll have solved the
problem." Daniel Akst, author of The Webster Chronicle, proposes that "the future of libraries—and of
information—is digital". Peter Lyman and Hal Variant, information scientists at the University of California,

Berkeley, estimate that "the world's total yearly production of print, film, optical, and magnetic content would
require roughly 1.5 billion gigabytes of storage". Therefore, they believe that "soon it will be technologically
possible for an average person to access virtually all recorded information

The Impact Of Digital Library On Students And School

Digital libraries have a significant impact on students and schools, providing convenient access to a vast array
of digital resources and enhancing the learning experience. They enable efficient research and study, facilitate
collaboration among students, and contribute to environmental sustainability. Digital libraries also help schools
to reduce costs and improve resource management, while enhancing the school’s reputation by providing access
to high-quality digital resources

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