Smart library refers to the use of modern information technology means to combine traditional library with digital technology to provide more intelligent and convenient library services. It contains the following elements:
1. Digital resources: Intelligent Library converts paper resources such as books, periodicals and newspapers into electronic resources through digital technology, so that readers can browse, search and borrow online.
2. Virtual library: Smart library provides online library system, readers can access library resources and services anytime and anywhere through the Internet, without physical visit to the library.
3. Intelligent retrieval: The smart library uses information technology to provide intelligent retrieval functions, and readers can quickly find the books and materials they need through keywords, authors, topics and other ways.
4. Self-service borrowing and returning service: The smart library is equipped with self-service borrowing and returning equipment, and readers can borrow and return books through self-service terminals to improve borrowing efficiency.
5. Data analysis and mining: The smart library provides better services and resource recommendations for the library through data analysis of readers' borrowing behaviors and reading preferences.
6. Mobile reading: Smart Library provides mobile device applications, readers can read and borrow online through mobile devices such as mobile phones and tablets.
7. Social interaction: The Smart Library promotes communication and interaction among readers through social media, online discussion and other means to provide a richer reading experience.
8. Virtual reality technology: Smart libraries can use virtual reality technology to provide readers with an immersive reading experience, making reading more vivid and interesting.
These are some of the main elements of the smart library, and with the continuous development of technology, the functions and services of the smart library will continue to expand and update.