Implementation of Global Digital Library Grid Platform Using Data Grid Technology

Abstract

Since the beginning of the 21st century, knowledge has been accumulating at a tremendous speed. The amount of global books, literature, and data available has increased in astounding quantities. The traditional library service system is no longer able to meet the requirements of the present reality. With the development of Internet and rapid advancement of information technology, a totally new knowledge transfer model has been developed: Books and other forms of data (including text, voice and images) are digitized and then provided to readers by way of a more convenient method, in order to search for and obtain the exact content they need from libraries. We propose concept for a Global Digital Library Grid. This digital library organization would not only include new members (new libraries or new museums) but be flexible enough not to affect the systems and framework of the original Grid member. As the organization grows, it will form an enormous Virtual Grid Digital Library to provide readers with speedy Knowledge Service that meets their requirements.