I hadn’t thought much of how my library use has changed until recently. I wanted some books. Instead of going to the library, I visited the library’s web site, and placed a hold on all the books. Once I got my email they were ready, I went and picked them up.

Gone are the days when I’d wake up and create a list of topics I wanted to look up and learn more about. I miss the days of cross-referencing the micro-fiche and card catalog. I had become something of a Dewey Decimal Dork. I loved that I could look at a number and know exactly where in the library I was to head.

Now, it’s too easy to just get books; too easy to find information. I’m almost positive this is why people seem to lack basic research skills. Now, it’s just too easy to miss out on some gems because they land on the 3rd page of a web site and I’m too lazy to click through.

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