Thing #16 Wikis

I found this absolutely fascinating. The idea that anyone can add, or edit the content in a wiki has some appeal. Being a person who likes to maintain control in things being correct, I would hope to submit what I knew to be true, and of value to others. I guess we would all have to be aware of getting our opinions in there, and slanting a view. That is the thing I would worry about the most, information not being accurate. I can see value in using a wiki for a conference. Much information could be dispersed and maintained to benefit all participating.
I liked the Princeton Public Library wiki.

Thing #15 Future of libraries

No one can deny that change is inevitable in this life. The library as we know it today is far different than the library of yesterday. I can remember as a young person walking into the town library, of two rooms in an old victorian house. I was thrilled to be there, able to choose my books, sometimes with the help of one librarian--the only person working there. Today it has all changed, and tomorrow it will continue, and at a rapid pace. We have to move ahead without losing the heart of the library, caring and serving. We have to have something for everyone, and we must meet their needs as they expect us to , and in the way that is best for each individual. Yes, we are bold, and we are brave, and we will get the job done, because we absolutely must. I am excited about the future. I expecially enjoyed the perspective, Away From Icebergs.

#14 Technorati

Dare I say it, I went into this with a closed mind. However, that changed quickly. I will explore some more when I have more time. I know blogging is easy, and the number of blogs out there is hardly to be believed, but this is just the tip of the iceberg. I can see myself using this. I do not spend a lot of time on the computer, since social interaction for me is best spent in person. I am wanting to learn more , however. I explored and found some information about the so called, 7 wonders of the Caribbean and that took me to info on the Pitons in St. Lucia. I've cruised around them in a catamaran, and they are a sight of incredible beauty.

#13 Del.icio.us

I have to say I have learned more about tagging than I ever knew before, which was very little. I could not view the first listed tutorial, so I explored the alternate choice. This was all interesting, and somewhat confusing. I will have to go back and learn more when I have more time, since I am naturally very curious. I need more time to be still and learn in a quiet environment. I can see value here, but do not, at this point, know if it is something I will use.

Thing #12 Rollyo

Very interesting, using your own search tool. My subject was whale watching. There are numerous web sites that can provide much info on this subject. I might use this on occasion, but not as frequently as some other people would. This was not complicated. I explored some other rolls, and was interested in the rare book library search.

#11 Library thing

This is so useful, and the most fun so far. I will use this again and again.


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

#10 Play around with an online image generator

I enjoyed playing with images. It was easy . My girl walking on the beach was a reflection of one of my favorite things to do. There can never be too much beach time, or water sport activities to enjoy.