I use wikipedia a lot for quick info, but I always check other sources for accuracy.
The problem with wikis is that anyone can contribute to an article or even change its entire content. It makes one wonder how much erroneous information is floating out there. I also hope that my doctor doesn't consult a wiki for info on what meds to prescribe or how to treat my various complaints! Makes one think. Ay??
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Web 2.0
I think that the future for the library is in cyberspace.
Fortunatly, for us who work in the brick and mortar libraries, there will always be those patrons who need personal assistance. And for those people, I am grateful. Although, I must admit that when a patron comes in weekly and asks for the same materials and refuses to learn how to find or access material on their own, I do get annoyed. But, again, it is those very people that will probably be responsible for many of us have a job.
If allowed to digress a bit, I am amazed at how the computer has evolved in just the last 25 years. My first Apple was basically a glorified word processor - no HD, no internet. If things keep progressing as fast as they have, everything will be accessed on a computer. I just wonder though, won't cyberspace get rather crowded???????????? Hmmmmmmm!
Fortunatly, for us who work in the brick and mortar libraries, there will always be those patrons who need personal assistance. And for those people, I am grateful. Although, I must admit that when a patron comes in weekly and asks for the same materials and refuses to learn how to find or access material on their own, I do get annoyed. But, again, it is those very people that will probably be responsible for many of us have a job.
If allowed to digress a bit, I am amazed at how the computer has evolved in just the last 25 years. My first Apple was basically a glorified word processor - no HD, no internet. If things keep progressing as fast as they have, everything will be accessed on a computer. I just wonder though, won't cyberspace get rather crowded???????????? Hmmmmmmm!
DEL.ICIO.US
Well, del.icio.us is not delicious to me. I really have no need for this tool, as I have bookmarking on my Mac and can create my own categories as I see fit.
The only positive about it is that it is posted on the web and helpful sites can be shared with others who may not otherwise know about them.
The only positive about it is that it is posted on the web and helpful sites can be shared with others who may not otherwise know about them.
Friday, May 30, 2008
Library Thing Post
http://www.librarything.com/catalog/helkowskil23things
Above is the link to my Library Thing list. I would be interested to know if anyone else has read and/or enjoyed the books I posted as much as I did.
Above is the link to my Library Thing list. I would be interested to know if anyone else has read and/or enjoyed the books I posted as much as I did.
Friday, May 23, 2008
RSS and Blogline
I have set up a blogline account and added some feeds.
However, I really have no use for RSS technology at this time.
If I need information, I have no problem googling a topic as needed.
I really don't see the point of useless information coming at me daily which I really have no time to read.
I apologize for being so negative about all of this. But my time is limited here at work and at home. I use the computer daily to keep in touch with friends and family. I use it to shop and to find information. I have learned some new technology exploring Web 2.0 to this point, but it is not technology that I have use for at this time.
However, I really have no use for RSS technology at this time.
If I need information, I have no problem googling a topic as needed.
I really don't see the point of useless information coming at me daily which I really have no time to read.
I apologize for being so negative about all of this. But my time is limited here at work and at home. I use the computer daily to keep in touch with friends and family. I use it to shop and to find information. I have learned some new technology exploring Web 2.0 to this point, but it is not technology that I have use for at this time.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Technology
I have 2 Macs at home. I love digital photography and really enjoy printing photos and sharing them with my family and friends on my iWeb site.
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