International Journal of Information Dissemination and Technology
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 14
  • Issue: 1

Blockchain Technology Enables Web 3.0 Use and Implication in Library and Information Centre

1Research Scholar, Mangalayatan University

2Assistant Professor, Mangalayatan University

*Corresponding Author: Dheeraj Singh Negi, dheerajnegi3@gmail.com

Online Published on 17 July, 2024.

Abstract

This Study explores advanced technology that enables Web 3.0 cases and applications in libraries and information centers. Blockchain technology is an advanced technology in Web 3.0. Blockchain technology is a one-way network of libraries and information centers using this technology’s services and functions.

In this Study, Blockchain enables web 3.0 technology in different libraries and centers. The author searches many kinds of literature on Blockchain and Web Technology 3.0. After analysis, we found that blockchain technology enables web 3.0 technology in library functions and services. It uses library transactions, smart contracts/decentralized applications.

It was found that Blockchain has several layers, such as computer infrastructure, digital networking, spread data, intelligent contracts, decentralized applications, and three types of blockchain technology: private Blockchain, Hybrid, and Side Block. The librarian’s role is most important in understanding blockchain technology, Implications, blockchain awareness, easy work processes, privacy work, and digitization of library work under the blockchain process. Block Chain uses the Library book OK, Issue of return book a chain process, User login, cataloging and classification under to block chain process, scholarly publishing, and DRM.

Web 3.0 Technology provides an Online Catalogue accessible from anywhere, web OPAC technology, Advanced search filters, advanced search engines, Integration with digital resources, E-books, User profiles with borrowing history, blockchain technology provides PrivacyPrivacy, smart contracts, etc.

Keywords

Block Chain, Sharing, Network, Web 3.0, Chain Processing, Digital Library, Meta Data