Thing #15- Web 2.0

Web 2.0 is the second generation of the web. This is where the web has improved over time and now offers services like blogs, wiki’s, social networking sites... great for the library reference, but kind of too much work for individual usage.

Thing #13- Delicious

Del.icio.us is great for the library system because it puts all your favorite URL's in one place without having to go to each individually. It may save time in the library usage, but at home, my time is limited and would not be of great benefit to me.

Thing #12

Net Library: Would be useful when you are researching and looking for another source. This is a way to read a book online without actually having your hands on the book.

Worldcat: Easy to use. Fiction and non-fiction. Shows closest location to find book and gives a good description, including all detailed information, such as ISBN, for purchasing convenience later, or for buying online at this sight now.

Thing #11

http://www.librarything.com/catalog/Jbug213

This is a great tool of keeping track of what you read, and what you want to read. Also, it is interesting reading other comments from users who like the same authors as yourself.

Thing #10

Technology has come a long way- computers, cell-phones, hand-held blackberry, HD-TV, blueray, wireless, i-pods, lazer, ect... what will be next?? Does all this new Tech make the world a better place?? Yes and no.

Finding Feeds - Challenge #9

Topix-net: This was the easiest to use

Syndic 8: Confusing. Had to use search box- could not find directly.

Technorati: Great information, interesting reading other bloggs

RSS Feeds Challenges 8

When I did my RSS Bloglines and added my feeds, I found that most of the websites I wanted to add, were not subscribed. After finding sites that were compatable, I do feel it is great to have all at your fingertips on one sheet.

It is very helpful for library purposes also, for research work.