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Future of Libraries

ARL report on the current use of e-books in libraries - 5 October
ARL has produced a report that examines e-Book use in libraries. Access to the full report is paid however the toc and executive summary are available for free. Here is a sample : "Libraries are changing. The publishing industry is changing. Patrons are changing and expecting more and different things from their libraries". - personanondata blog

Miscellaneous

Shock library revelations - 6 October
Cape Town's public libraries are under siege from thieves who repeatedly strip them of computers and other assets meant to improve the lives of the surrounding communities. And patrons are increasingly staying away, as they risk being robbed and even shot when visiting the library. - IOL website

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