Function of Digital Library

• Access to large amounts of information to users wherever they are and whenever they need it.

• Access to primary information sources.

• Support multimedia content along with text

• Network accessibility on Intranet and Internet

• User-friendly interface

• Hypertext links for navigation

• Advanced search and retrieval.

• Integration with other digital libraries.

Purpose of Digital Library

• Expedite the systematic development of procedures to collect, store, and organize the information in digital form.

• Promote efficient delivery of information economically to all users.

• Encourage co-operative efforts in research resources, computing, and communication networks.

• Strengthen communication and collaboration between and among educational institutions.

• Take leadership role in the generation and dissemination of knowledge