CDLIB 4.0

CDLIB is an acronym for the California Digital Library, a library consortium that provides digital library infrastructure and services to the University of California system.

CDLIB offers a wide range of services including access to electronic resources, digital collections, scholarly publishing support, document delivery, data management, and digital preservation.

CDLIB resources are primarily available to students, faculty, and staff of the University of California. However, some resources may be accessible to the general public as well.

To access CDLIB resources, you typically need to be affiliated with a University of California campus and have a valid login credentials provided by your institution. Some resources may require additional authorization.

CDLIB focuses primarily on digital library resources and services. However, it may facilitate interlibrary loan and document delivery services for physical materials when needed.

Yes, CDLIB provides a wealth of research resources including scholarly databases, journals, ebooks, data repositories, and more. It supports research activities across various disciplines.

Access to CDLIB resources may vary for alumni. Some campus libraries allow alumni access while others do not. It is best to check with the specific University of California campus library for alumni access policies.

Yes, CDLIB users can request materials through interlibrary loan services. If the requested item is not available within the CDLIB network, they can often obtain it from other libraries.

CDLIB follows established digital preservation practices to ensure the long-term access and usability of the digital resources it maintains. This includes strategies for data integrity, migration, and backup.

For support or inquiries, you can reach out to CDLIB through their website or contact the library staff at your respective University of California campus.