New and Innovative Library Services: Moving with Web 2.0 /Library 2.0 Technology, a Case Study

摘要

We give an overview and definition of Web 2.0 and Library 2.0 tech-nology, especially addressing how it changes access to collections for users. We alsodescribe its unlimited possibilities. The various components of Library 2.0 viz blogs,wikis, RSS, instant messaging, social networking, podcasting, and tagging are brieflysummarized. Initiatives at three special information centers and libraries (IUCAA —Astronomy and Astrophysics; IIT - Science and Technology; and NW - Viral Dis-eases) are described. We conclude with a futuristic view of Library 2.0.