Google Products for Enhancing Library Services

Savita N. Nayak

doi:10.51983/ajist-2017.7.2.151

Authors

Savita N. Nayak Librarian, Govt. First Grade College, Ankola, Uttar Kannada, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51983/ajist-2017.7.2.151

Keywords:

Google, Google maps, Google forms, Google timeline, Google Competitors, Google Products

Abstract

In this knowledge era, we come across amazing list of new application which ease and enhance the quality of services provided by library and Information Centre. It is said that Knowledge about availability of Knowledge is best Knowledge. Knowledge about Google products plays a vital role in improving the effectiveness of library and its services. The paper presents the overview of Google Inc., about their journey to be in number one position in this web world. It also briefs about Timeline of Google products, services, and acquisitions, Competitive threats to Google and categorisation of Google products. It also explains how these products can be utilised in enhancing library services.

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