Information and Communication Technology Practices in Public Sector University Libraries of Sindh Provence

Abstract

The effectiveness of library services depends on a large extent of the information and communication technology (ICT). This effective study happens to explore the gradual advancement of modern technologies in libraries science through difference of old and new technologies in the world. The study is able to identify the various elements of information and communication technology which is used or being used in libraries and information systems. However, the study identifies the exact reasons for the use of computer technologies and related libraries. It also determines opportunities, jobs, impact and challenges being faced by library management system based on information and communications technology.

Keywords: ICT, MARC, CDs, DVDs, DVD-ROM, CDS/ISIS, GENISIS, OPAC, Teleconference, Artificial Intelligence and internet.