#19

I went to the "short list" and found Facebook. I love Facebook, so I'm gonna write about it. Facebook is a social network that you can just "play" with your friends online. Seems like nearly everyone I know is on Facebook, so of course it definitely has a place in a library setting, but probably more as a use for communication than anything else. I keep up with former staff and student employees once they are gone from here. It's also a good way to contact students when email just isn't doing the trick. They are on Facebook more than they check email anyway, most of the time. It is just FUN and it makes you feel good. Aside from the playful nature of Facebook, some of the useful features include an email feature, a huge variety of applications that can be fun or educational, and it also gives you the opportunity to seek out "Groups" that you can join. The Groups tend to be forums based around a specific topic. You can keep up with things that interest you. This feature might be useful in a library setting.