DIGITAL LIBRARY
.A digital library is a collection of digital artifacts, such as books, articles, images, videos, and other types of media, that can be accessed and used through a computer or electronic device. Digital libraries can be created and maintained by individuals, institutions, or organizations, and can be made available to the public or restricted to a specific group of users. They can also be in various forms such as online, offline, or hybrid. Digital libraries can provide access to a wide range of information, making it easier for people to find and use the resources they need. They also have the potential to improve access to information for people in remote or underserved areas, and can help to preserve and make available cultural heritage materials
2. DIGITAL INFORMATION RESOURCES
2.3. Types of digital information resources
There are many types of digital information resources, some examples include:
· Textual materials: books, articles, reports, and documents in various formats such as PDF, e-books, HTML, etc.
· Audio and video materials: podcasts, webcasts, music, and videos in various formats such as MP3, MP4, etc.
· Images: photographs, illustrations, maps, and other visual materials in various formats such as JPEG, PNG, etc.
· Databases: collections of data in various formats such as CSV, JSON, etc.
· Web resources: information and resources available on the World Wide Web, including websites, blogs, and social media platforms.
· Online journals, magazines and newspapers
· Learning management systems and educational portals
· Virtual libraries
· Digital archives
· Online maps and GIS
· Digital museum collections
· Online dictionaries, thesauruses and encyclopedias
· Online government publications, statistics and data
· News portals
· Social media and online forums
· Cloud-based storage and collaboration platforms
These are just a few examples of the many types of digital information resources that are available to users today. The types of digital information resources continue to evolve and expand as technology advances and new formats are developed.