Question

Explain the need and purpose of web-based library services

Answer 1

Web based library services means the services provided through particular website accessible on internet which provide integrate access to the multiple databases. ... (White, 2001) has defined web based services as an information service in which users ask questions via electronic means e.g. email or web forms.

WEB BASED LIBRARY SERVICES – AN OVERVIEW. World Wide Web (WWW) and Internet as a new media of information storage and delivery provides supreme media for delivery of information with greater speed. As more libraries move towards providing their services in a digital environment.

Answer 2

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Explanation:

Need and purpose of web-based library services: Web based library services means the services provided through particular website accessible on internet which provide integrate access to the multiple databases. Web based library services provides users with the convenience of accessing information in their own time, saving them travelling cost and time and new options for answering reference questions. The provision of these services is not constrained by the traditional opening hours but can be offered on a 24 hours. Library services provided by using web technology are basically referred as web based library services. The need and purpose of introducing web-based library services are established due to the following reasons:  

• Ensuring the needs of users and the accessible information sources are suitable matched at all times;  

• Delivering those information sources to the users in a timely and appropriate fashion;  

• Ensuring the information provided is high quality, accurate and appropriate;  

• Assisting the user in interpreting the materials, if necessary;  

• Promoting user awareness of new services and information sources as they develop;  

• Providing users with individualized guidance and support as they build their information research and application skills.

• It saves the precious time of the users  

• A large number of users can be helped simultaneously by using web based library services  

• Less dependent on the library staff for getting the required information  

• No need of library staff in large numbers to carry out library works and services

• Availability of information in different places and also in different formats  

• Cut in Library Budget

• Fulfill information requirements instantly  

• Operating costs are minimal  

• Cannot be stolen or miss shelved

• Saves considerable storage space  

• Immediate receipt of issue  

• Fast publication  

The first and foremost function of the library is to provide quality information service in order to satisfy their users with the right information at the right time. Web based library service is a trend. Although, we actively transfer library services but our central purpose remain the same, to serve and teach users to find, evaluate and use information effectively. To meet these challenges the librarians may play a leadership role in providing better web based library services to their techno savvy users.