Natarajan, MNarasimhan, G N2004-07-292010-04-082004-07-292010-04-082001-03http://hdl.handle.net/1944/96This article describes the concept of digital library along with the resources available in it. It deals with the collection development and preservation policies for digital environment. The need for collection development and preservation are explained in detail. The digital preservation, its requirement and proposed strategies are given in detail. The preservation modes are explained with economic and licensing issues. The policies and procedures for accessing Internet are discussed in detail.42058 bytesapplication/pdfenCollection developmentPreservationDigital LibraryArticle