Week 10: #23 Is this really the end? Or just the beginning...

These exercises really educated me to the variety and scope of what is out on the web for anyone to use. It is really like a growing organism! So I learned a lot about what is available. Personally, I may not utilize a lot of the tools and resources I learned about, but being familiar with the terms will help me if a customer throws out terms like rss, or podcasts, etc. I'll know what they are talking about. I learned a lot and overcame my fear of web functions and tools. I came across some cool things that I might not have experienced without the 23 things! Thanks!

Week 9: #22 Downloadable Media

Downloadable media is a great option for people on the go who only have access library services when the library is closed or they are unable to get to the library in person. I can see lots of uses for students who are in need of a book/books for a school assignment. People who are really into music can download their favorite music. What a great service! The HCPL selection is varied and organized in an attractive manner. I really liked HCPL's better than Livrivox and Wowio. Yes people can download some of the same digital materials from other sources, but the library has so many other services to offer!

Week 9: #21 Podcasts, Smodcasts!

This exercise led me to discover a really neat podcasting site from NASA that features the latest science news like the asteroid shower peak, drought forecasts, sun x ray jets, Mars doubling in brightness, etc. Very cool podcasting site! This will be fun to visit from time to time. Unfortunately, many of the podcasting sites I explored were not quite as interesting as this one and were filled with junk (stuff people podcast just because they could)!