I have only just begun to explore the world of social networking tools, but I can see the attraction that these tools must have for individuals who are looking to reconnect with former class-mates, colleagues and friends; as well as for those who are hoping to making new friends, explore job options, relocate or seek romance.
We were asked to comment on how MLA could use social networking to connect the membership. Already, in Facebook, there are a number of MLA chapters and interest groups that have formed, and being able to see the photos and profiles of the individuals creates a more personal experience and might encourage more members to sign up and get involved.
It was interesting to explore the MySpace sites, and I can see the potential for libraries to obtain user feedback and to promote their services and resources in this way.
Overall, social networking tools are a great resource for connecting with others, but there are privacy concerns. It's tempting to put all sorts of personal information out there, in order to find more friends. I guess it just depends on one's comfort level with the web.
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