International and Arab experiences of IoT applications in libraries and information institutions

Document Type : Scientific Articles

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Department of Libraries and Information Faculty of Arts - Minia University, Egypt

Abstract

     Internet-of-things' techniques are massive technological developments in the current era. Therefore, many countries paid attention to avail from these techniques in different aspects of life. Arab libraries are between institutions which must keep up with the most recent technological developments and employ them for the benefit of their visitors in order to ensure their existence and continuity. Hence, this study aims to discuss the experiences of leading libraries and information institutions in the field of applying Internet of Things technologies and benefiting from them in developing information services, whether at the global or Arab level, as well as discussing possible ways to benefit from Internet of Things technologies. iBeacon technology, RFID technology, GPS technology, and Blockchain technology in providing and developing information services in Egyptian academic libraries.

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