Mobile devices like Smart Phones and Netbooks are handy and could fit into library use to enable librarians and other library staff to communicate with one another or to provide access to cataloging systems and Web-based resources when working on projects in the stack. It could also be used to assist patrons wherever the staff member is located. It is interesting to learn that electronic books (e-books) are available through these devices. Moreover, some libraries have their public catalogs set up to allow patrons to text call numbers to their cell phones as well.
Thus, library makes use of computers in many ways. Technology provides for exclusive and primary use of computers for library staff and their patrons. Primarily, library uses computers for Collection Organization and Control, particularly in the area of cataloging, acquisition, and circulation. Computers are also used for Interlibrary Loan which is more convenient than paper files, and also for Electronic Reference Resources in databases and periodicals.
Furthermore, Internet AccessTool is an important information resource for both library staff and patrons. Management/Office Tool such as word processing applications e.g. spreadsheet software is used in budgets and schedules, while Instructional Tool such as powerpoint presentations, and other miscellaneous library tasks like Web design are made avaible through the use of computers.
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