Abstract
Automation and networking of libraries in 21st century shows an incremental growth and the users find comfort with the library set up as it provides enhanced digital resources. The users find cost effective and easy to retrieve information through operational procedures. They feel satisfied with diverse information needs such as CD-ROM databases, online databases, web-based resources, and a variety of other electronic media. Hence library automation required to be implemented in university libraries.
While libraries automated their library management activities and procure expensive electronic resources, these may not be optimally used. This is the main concern of librarians around the world. There are a lot of reasons for this state of affairs, like lack of sufficient funds, inadequate infrastructure, and lack of qualified library professionals.
