Libraries and Social Networks 

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Social Networks can serve any number of different functions, both for individuals as well as for organizations and groups. Recently some of the larger online social networking sites have seen a dramatic rise in the number of contributing and participating corporations. ...Libraries have been finding a place for themselves on a variety of social networks. Libraries are often the center of a physical community. They serve as a gathering place for community members to share ideas, make plans and generally enjoy the company of others. Many libraries have taken this role into the virtual world and are building a place...