Mobile Technology for Libraries: Trends, Challenges, and Future Prospects

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 03 | Page : 22 29
    By

    Poonam,

  • Kirna Kumari,

  1. Research Scholar, Department of Department of Library and Information Science, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo, Punjab, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Library and Information Science, Guru Kashi University, Talwandi Sabo, Punjab, India

Abstract

Mobile technology has a great impact on both individuals and organizations. Over the time, the computational capabilities of these sophisticated technologies have become more accessible and reasonably priced. These technologies have an impact on how people choose to communicate, how they use and access the internet, and how they produce and consume content or services. Furthermore, these technologies have permeated the educational field and changed the way universities and other educational institutions provide services to faculty, staff, and students. Since modern technologies are having an impact on educational institutions, academic libraries that serve these institutions have had to adopt them by making necessary adjustments and introducing new services to better serve their patrons. The current study looks into the current developments, problems and future prospects of mobile-based library services and resources. It also emphasizes on the issues like the digital gap, web-security, and technological concerns that continue to exist. The study suggests some methods to resolve these issues, such as spending grants on user training and placing strong web-security measures in place. The study concludes by outlining potential future paths for mobile technology in libraries, emphasizing the necessity of inclusive, effective, and creative information services that can adjust to the rapidly changing technological landscape and satisfy the wide range of user needs.

Keywords: Mobile library services, digital libraries, mobile applications in libraries, communication technologies, cloud computing

[This article belongs to Journal of Mobile Computing, Communications & Mobile Networks ]

How to cite this article:
Poonam, Kirna Kumari. Mobile Technology for Libraries: Trends, Challenges, and Future Prospects. Journal of Mobile Computing, Communications & Mobile Networks. 2025; 12(03):22-29.
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Volume 12
Issue 03
Received 28/04/2025
Accepted 20/06/2025
Published 29/09/2025
Publication Time 154 Days
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