Wikis

I know wikis are out there, and I don't really have anything against them, but I don't use them much. At least, I don't use them in a collaborative sense. When Wikipedia comes up as a search result, I often look at the article to find out background information and many times find a link to a reliable, informative site. But editing, or adding to a Wiki article is not something I can see myself doing.

I can definitely see how a wiki could be useful in planning an event or sharing ideas. I used the Teen Read Week Wiki last year to get ideas, but again, it wasn't something I added anything too.

Streaming Video

I have to admit, I enjoy watching YouTube videos. There are a few vloggers that I watch on a semi-regular basis and sometimes use the site to find a video or song that I want to see. I have never spent a lot of time just browsing around the site (but I love that other people do and send me links for the best videos!).

This was my first time trying Hulu and Fancast. I was excited to see how much material is available for free out there! Of course, many of the network sites have the same shows available for viewing, but here they are all in one place! I don't know how much I will use them. Mainly because it's hard to find the time, and if I am going to sit down and watch a movie or a show, I would prefer the larger screen and better quality from my TV/DVD. But it's also nice to know these sites are available for patrons who are looking for shows and movies that may not be in our collection. I will keep them in mind as a place to refer patrons.