This document discusses cloud computing and its potential application to library services. It begins with an introduction to cloud computing concepts like software as a service (SaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and infrastructure as a service (IaaS). It then describes public, private and hybrid cloud models and lists several leading cloud computing providers. The document outlines advantages of cloud computing like cost savings, mobility and automation, but also limitations regarding security, connectivity and provider stability. It concludes that cloud computing could improve access to library services but challenges around digital and bandwidth divides in India remain.