#15 Libraries 2.0

Library 2.0 means to me social computing and networking. In the future clients will will no longer be on their own when selecting books from their Library catalogue. We have already seen this change being demonstrated through LibraryThing, where individuals are been given the opportunity to share ideas through reviews, tags and ratings.

It's just not individuals social computing but a number of Library institutions are getting involved through "Open WorldCat". Where Libraries are contributing data and moving to a more integrated network platform. This will transform the way people see and use their library. As anyone with a Web browser will be able to search the WorldCat to find links to content in library collections books, videos, serials, digital images and many other formats.


WorldCat search evaluates information about the title, including format, publisher and the user can identify their location by entering a postal code or another geographic identifier.