Internet Use for Service Provision and Research in Libraries and Information Centres in Nigeria

Abstract

This study discussed internet, the services and the uses, it can be put to in the provision of library services, or in an information centre. Literature search was used to elicit information for this study. The results revealed that whenever internet intervenes in library operations, these is bridge in time, space, minimized cost and efforts as well as maximized quality, efficiency and effectiveness. It outlined the advantages and disadvantages of the use of internet in the libraries and made necessary recommendations on the improvement of library services in the information age.

Key Words: Internet, Services, Uses, Library, Information, Research.