文章从计算机等新技术在图书馆的应用、数字图书馆的发展前景、图书馆理论上的新进展以及新世纪图书馆的目标与功能等方面进行了探讨 ,以期通过计算机技术、现代图书馆、信息社会独特性与相互关系的综合与归纳 ,在继承图书馆优秀传统的同时 ,展望图书馆光明的未来。并且认为经常性的理论反思 ,有助于图书馆事业的发展 ,有助于对新世纪图书馆模式与功能的认识与操作 This paper discusses the application of new technologies such as computers in libraries, the development prospects of digital libraries, the new theoretical developments in libraries and the goals and functions of libraries in the new century. With a view to using computer technology, modern libraries, The uniqueness of the information society and the relationship between the synthesis and induction, while inheriting the fine tradition of the library, while looking forward to the bright future of the library. And think that regular theoretical reflection, contribute to the development of the library, contribute to the understanding and operation of the library mode and function in the new century