Evaluation of the Electronic Libraries

An electronic library compris4es electronic collections, service and infrastructure to support lifelong learning, research, scholarly communication and preservation. Libraries of all sizes and types are embracing electronic collections, although most libraries will continue to offer both print and digital collections for many years to come. New purchases and purchases of journals, magazines, and abstracting and indexing services are heavily weighted toward electronic, while electronic books are only beginning to become a presence in library collections. This book presents a holistic view of the new electronic library scene. It out lines the nitty-gritty of electronic library content, services, access, integration and development. This invaluable work will be a core reference tool not only for students and teachers of Library and information science but also for practitioners and researchers who need to get a good grasp of issues and developments in electronic libraries.