Digital libraries

Abstract

In this study an attempt is being made to highlight the access to Information Services System for Digital Libraries in Selected Academic Institutions in Chennai. Academic Libraries, particularly in recent past are providing some of notable information services that can be accessed via the College library websites are Web OPAC, latest addition display, data search, and federated search, access to full text and bibliographic databases, online document delivery, access to institutional repository and open access resources, databases and multimedia access resources, live chat, RSS feeds, compilation of research profile, web based CAS and SDI, remote access and so on. Libraries and Information Centre's have been employing information resources and services system to satisfy the diverse information needs of their users. It also points out the need for assessing the impact of the Web based Services in the College Libraries on library users. College Libraries launch their websites with a view to provide services to users without their physical presence.