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Libraries are evolving to meet the changing needs of digital natives and the advancement of technology. Traditional libraries provided physical books and resources but now provide digital content like eBooks, audiobooks, and online databases that users can access anytime from anywhere. While this increases accessibility, it also presents challenges as many libraries lack resources like computers, fast internet, and staff expertise in digital services. Libraries continue serving important roles in communities by providing education resources, spaces for learning, and bringing people together. As technology progresses, libraries are preserving important digital information and reinventing themselves as hubs for innovation, collaboration, and knowledge.

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Libraries are evolving to meet the changing needs of digital natives and the advancement of technology. Traditional libraries provided physical books and resources but now provide digital content like eBooks, audiobooks, and online databases that users can access anytime from anywhere. While this increases accessibility, it also presents challenges as many libraries lack resources like computers, fast internet, and staff expertise in digital services. Libraries continue serving important roles in communities by providing education resources, spaces for learning, and bringing people together. As technology progresses, libraries are preserving important digital information and reinventing themselves as hubs for innovation, collaboration, and knowledge.

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Slide 1

As digital natives grow older and technology improves, it makes one wonder what the fate of
libraries will be. Long gone are the days of the card catalog, with computers taking their place. Over
the past decade or so the way humanity accesses information has changed. gone are the days of
shelves of books as far as you can see. The click of keys and chatter from private rooms used for
multiple purposes is steadily replacing the muffled flipping of pages as technology advances.

Slide 2 traditional libraries

Traditional libraries are the storehouse of vital information. It provides a variety of services to users
by organizing their collection for ease and also to assist users in getting any information needed.
Traditional libraries also have the most sophisticated feature: the librarian. It also have old
information and data that is still relevant in today`s society.

Slide 3 the digital age

With increased Internet availability through smartphones, getting news and watching TV online has
become easier. Since more people are using the internet to gain information, there’s been an
increase in digital content to accommodate the demand. The digital age refers to the use of
machines and computers to present information. The digital age has an overall impact on our
societies and day to day activites.if we think of the internet as an ocean, then digital content will be
the waves. in the digital age libraries are shedding their physical constranits and embracing a virtual
realm. Online databases, e books, audiobooks and scholarly journals are now readily accessible and
people can engage with knowledge anytime, anywhere.

Slide 4 challenges faced by traditional libraries

traditional libraries emphasize the archive and preservation of physical items especially books and
periodicals that were the custodians of the librarian library. Information is physically gathered in one
place; Users need to learn what is in the library and use it.

Traditional libraries have faced several challenges due to the advancement of technology.

1) Lack of resources many libraries, especially those in low income areas do not have enough
computers, high speed internet access
2) Lack of staff expertise library staff may not have the technical expertise and training needed
to help people with complex digital tasks
3) Lack of relevant content libraries struggle to provide online content and resources that are
relevant and useful to understand communities in both English and other languages

Slide 5 evolution of libraries

1) Use of e journals, e books by most people due to their hectic lifestyle


2) Use of electronic devices like kindle to read books
3) Due to search engines, now there is no need to search for a reference book
4) Due to smartphone addiction and busy lifestyle, many people do not have time to read
books.

Slide 6 e books and e resources changing the way we read


Electronic resources (e-resources) are materials in digital format that are accessible electronically. It
will make it easier for us to buy books, but at the same time make it easier to stop reading them. Due
to electronic devices and internet , now there is no need to carry a physical book. So, maymany
people who were going to libraries earlier are not going there. Reading books as pdf doesn`t give us
the same feeling as reading physical books. With the internet now there is more publicity of books.

Slide 7 the community role

As gateways to knowledge and culture libraries play a fundamental role in society libraries not only
serve the purpose of providing information but also serve as a social hub for individuals wishing to
find themselves and their communities . libraries are filled with books in different languages.
Whether a library boasts grand architecture or modest design the physical space of a library has a
way of communicating our underlying values as a society, providing resources and services for
literacy and education. Library truly stand as remarkable spaces playing the necessary role in
ensuring that we continue to build up creative and innovative individuals .

Slide 9 digital preservation

digital preservation is a formal endeavor to ensure that digital information of continuing value
remains accessible and usable.[1] It involves planning, resource allocation, and application of
preservation methods and technologiesDigital preservation combines policies, strategies and actions
to ensure the accurate rendering of authenticated content over time, regardless of the challenges of
media failure and technological change. Digital preservation applies to both born digital and
reformatted content

Slide 10 future

The future of libraries in the digital age is a tapestry woven with innovation, collaboration and
boundless possibilities. Libraries are embracing technology to remain accessible , adaptable and
indispensable sources of knowledge and community. So digital age will not result in the death of
libraries because still many people are interested in reading physical books and going to library. Also
libraries are evolving into spaces for innovation. So in the future library can be place where you can
meet new people, make somethimg new and share what you and others bring to the table.

Chalmers Library is a university library that focuses on technology and life sciences. It's a hub for
undergraduate research, academic and career advising, studying, and connecting.

The University of Leicester has an Information Hub that provides support and services for students
and the library. The Information Hub has both physical and virtual information desks.

Middlesbrough Libraries offers free access to downloadable eBooks, magazines, and audiobooks
24/7 from Borrowbox

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