OCLC (Online Computer Library Center)

OCLC, or Online Computer Library Center, is a nonprofit organization that connects libraries worldwide through technology and shared resources. Founded in 1967, it offers services like cataloging, interlibrary loans, and digital content management, helping libraries operate more efficiently. OCLC also maintains WorldCat, a vast online catalog of library collections, making it easier for people to find books and other materials in libraries around the globe. By promoting cooperation among libraries, OCLC enhances access to information and promotes literacy and learning in communities.