Libraries get personal: Facebook applications, Google gadgets, and MySpace profiles

Abstract

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to describe applications, gadgets, and profiles that libraries have developed and distributed through the Facebook, iGoogle, and MySpace communities. Design/methodology/approach - provides a general review. Findings - Growing number of libraries and library-related organizations are creating practical tools using Web 2.0 technologies. Originality/value - Librarians need to keep abreast of and experiment with these new methods of packaging and delivering information.