I think the idea behind ‘library 2.0’ is one which will help to sustain libraries into the future. Though libraries and archives are an important link to the past, and in no way should abandon books and personal service, I think integrating new technology is essential.
As society moves forward, so must libraries. By offering things like audiobooks and downloads, for instance, libraries are able to meet changing user needs. More internet-based information is essential, because the way people search for information is quickly becoming solely internet/computer based. Although certainly a lot of the older generations are unable to keep up with this changing technology, the changes must happen in stages, not all at once, and therefore by the time that computer and internet skills are essential for library use, more of the population will be competent to use them.
I would in no way advocate making physical libraries and librarians obsolete, and I don’t think that an extreme change is necessary in the near future. But its undeniable that all aspects of society are becoming technologically based, and libraries must follow suit, because their users expect library services to change in the same ways.
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