It seems applicable that Library 2.0 is many things to many people. There is use for instant messaging to meet end users in their space online. Riemer advances federated searching of all the separate silos, that are currently local catalogs, union catalogs, e-resource management systems, abstracting & indexing databases, institutional repositories, & local digital library collections. Many libraries have invested in the expansion of metadata to the WorldCat. An increasing sum of money is being allocated to e-resources than print formats. For those yet to implement, libraries can take advantage of incorporating RSS feeds for patron selected e-journals. There are opportunities for setting up internal library wikis. Even the creation of a blog to inform of upcoming library events. Of course, user education will be critical to pass on the emerging services to patrons. The possibilities are endless if libraries are not constricted by cash flows. Even then there are other barriers that must be factored into the equation concerning our demographics. Nevertheless i will make the best outcome of the given situation.
But i can say that i will not stop dreaming for the opportunities to come my librarie's way!
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