Monday, August 20, 2007

#15 Read about Web 2.0, Library 2.0 and future of libraries

Interesting views put forward by the authors - most saying libraries and librarians need to learn about and join the world of Web 2.0 or be swallowed up. Maybe even set up branches in Second life! Libraries need to deliver services instantly to users, including digital books that the new generation of users will "demand", on their electronic devices - (phones, PCs, Laptops, Blackberries iPods, ).

However, a word of caution from Wendy Schultz, who says eventually users will become weary of the technohustle and will need a quiet place to relax with a cup of coffee and a book :"You know, a library!"

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