# 17 Read about the Library 2.0 movement
August 11, 2008 by Sharon
The Library 2.0 movement is as a result of Web 2.0. We already use a web-based OPAC that gives the users access to the library catalogue from anywhere that they have Internet access. They can log-in and view their loans, reserve items, create their own resource lists and email information from the catalogue to anyone. It is not yet a two-way street though. It would be fantastic if the users could add tags to resources and download their own reviews to the catalogue, though perhaps it may need moderating.
Libraries need to keep pace with Web 2.0 and library software needs to move with the times. A more prominent web presence wouldn’t hurt libraries, though it needs to be managed and utilised properly, not just done for the sake of doing.
Read “What is Library 2.0? A Guide” for a definition of Library 2.0 in relation to teenagers.
