Vol. 1, Issue 12, Part B (2015)

Abstract
Cloud computing is a new technology model for IT services which many businesses and organizations are adopting. It allows them to avoid locally hosting multiple servers and equipment and constantly dealing with hardware failure, software installs, upgrades and compatibility issues. Cloud Computing would let libraries maintain more control over the applications and data stores that contain sensitive, private information about patrons. In this paper we discussed an overview of cloud computing and its possible applications that can be clubbed with library services on the web based environment.