Cloud Computing: A Revolution in Libraries and Information Services
Keywords:
Cloud computing, IT applications in library, virtualizationAbstract
Cloud computing technology has changed the scenario of the world. During last decades this technology has been adopted by all over the world and it has changed the scenario of the way you working. Cloud computing technology has made many things possible which may not possible in the traditional computing methods. There are many advantages of cloud computing for libraries also, many libraries are now moving into the cloud, it has reduced the heavy burden of library staff to protect and preserve their digital data and assets. Through consortia libraries can create a network of libraries and sharing their resources with member libraries. In this article, we have discussed concept, types, service models, advantages and limitations of cloud computing.