will the internet kill libraries???

well, the internet will take over, and i think that books will be published as online books. It`s cheaper and that book will never be too old. There is some time, since books are buyed so much. But not just the internet. Movies do the same, because it`s easier to see a movie than to read a big book. You`ll spent just 2 hours to see that movie, and the book would take you at least one week. In nowadays all the people need time, and they don`t have time to stay and read for a week a book.

I think internet will not kill libraries. Though, it is a good place to search for the information, it cannot replace the library function at all. The old book normally is not available in the internet. It is very hard to get the information from the internet. Furthermore, several books that is commercial (i.e. we need to buy that e-book by online method) is available for free loan from the libraries.

No. Just like the video stores didn't put the movie theaters out of business. You're right, the internet makes a lot of information "freely" available. But only if you have a computer and an internet connection. Kindle and the readers only work if you have their batteries charged and the means to purchase them. Libraries, on the other hand, need only a building (which we've already got plenty of) and books. It helps if they have computers and the like, but long before we had the digital age, libraries functioned. I keep hearing about the end of the published book, the emergence of the e-book replacing the printed word. Not going to happen. To do so would actually limit our access to information. Believe it or not, the power does go out. Devices do malfunction. Data gets corrupted. However, sort of some kind of external action, books tend to remain books. The information in them doesn't go anywhere if there is am massive power outage. If you use your library, the only cost in getting a book from it is the cost of transportation. Books are accessible and portable. So are Kindles and the like, but do you really NEED to carry your entire library with you at all times? Also, the internet is fraught with misinformation. And while books may have a similar problem, at least they went through a few filters before ending up on the shelves. Whereas the internet is almost instantaneous. A person thinks something, writes it down and posts it. No checking, no research, no nothing and people treat the information as gospel. Books are different. Now, e-books would provide the same oversight (we hope). Libraries are too important, too accessible to go away. They provide us with something that the internet can't. Reliable information that is always available to everyone.

Yes, i think interenet will deffinately kill libraries soon. only those who are not yet used to the interent, still use the library. very soon, library will be outdated.

No,never.One side,millions of books,the other,a computer.The feeling is totally different.When you take a stroke in a library,you can feel a strong power of spirit,it's a shock.

Probably you can rely on internet ones the library is closed. But you cannot replace those books of your and just rely on internet. Yes it is easy to browse for a certain topic and look for examples here on the net, but the value of books specially the ones preferred by your teacher or professor for you to read based on the assignments he will give you is just there in your book. Math subject as per example. Sometimes i can't find that somewhere else but on our book itself the way the teachers want it. But you can also look for ways to increase your knowledge by browsing through the internet. Anyway as long as you use internet for education, and for good, i think time for learning things might get easy. But i think libraries are still there to stay for students without pc at home.

I don't think so. Not all of us do have internet connection at home. Also there are some people that like to collect books, they consider it as prized possession.

No, not at all. First off, libraries have the internet. You may take for granted your own internet access. I've worked in libraries in very low income areas where people can not afford computer and certainly can't afford internet access. In those areas the libraries are packed with people who use the computers there to apply for food stamps, medicaid, appointments with immigration, and to job hunt and apply for jobs. Many libraries also offer free computer classes which are vital to senior citizens and people who can't afford college courses to learn about computers. You must then consider that not everyone like to read books on a computer screen. I for one hate it. it gives me headaches and forces me to refocus my eyes often. It's also not possible to bring a computer with you everywhere you go. Latpops may be portable, but batteries run out and they are very difficult to read in direct sunlight. I think you and many others have this illusion that books are the only thing libraries have to offer. I recommend visiting your local library and you may be surprised to see how many other programs and services are available. The library has embraced the internet and uses it to further their goals.

Interesting question. For me, I love the touch and feel of a book in my hands. I can't say that I would be just as happy with reading a book on the internet or on a kindle. Can everyone afford a kindle? Perhaps, there will still be libraries but the content may be stored electronically rather than books on shelves.

I hope an e-book can never replace a book we can enjoy reading a original book but e-book gives much strain to our eyes. So libraries never has to shut down.

I dearly hope not. I've heard so much doom and gloom regarding the demise of books, and it scares me. I love reading more than I love the internet, movies, and games combined. If books are ushered out because of internet, I would cry. Internet books are not the same, and movies don't leave enough to the imagination.

I dont think so. Libraries are still there and new ones are being built and people do go to these libraries very often.

I do not believe it will kill libraries. I believe libraries will down size for sure, but not vanish. I and many of my friends prefer a book over a computer screen any given day. A magazine over online articles. A problem I've always felt with the internet is trustworthy sources and specific facts and interests. I'm sure it's out there, but it usually is easier finding a good book on the subject than a webpage.

In the near future, the many the book publications may vanish due to the increasing use of internet. Then where is the library?.Mostly we are saving the space required for the books for their storage.Man,material are not that much required for internet as required for libraries. Searching a particular book is so easy. No wastage,damage. No record maintenance. Everything will be saved in the internet.So, the need for libraries will decrease very soon.

I don't really feel like the internet will take over libraries. The main reason I feel this way, is because of public schools and the interaction that they have with the kids. Schools always have activities or special weekly trips to the local library for the kids to check out new books. Libraries are also a great place for peace and quiet to study, to journal, or just to read a book. There are still many avid readers out there, and personally speaking, I don't plan to give up my books anytime soon.