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What is Library Users

Handbook of Research on Knowledge and Organization Systems in Library and Information Science
People who seek and use the information to meet their information needs are referred to as library users.
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Using Social Media for Dynamic Information Dissemination in the 21st Century
Fredrick Olatunji Ajegbomogun (Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Nigeria)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-7258-0.ch013
Abstract
The implementation and usage of information and communication technology (ICT) in library functions and facilities has revolutionized the way people use information and librarians perform their work. As a result of the advent of social media, the world's knowledge outlook has changed significantly, resulting in the sharing of thoughts, emotions, images, and videos as resources. A library is worth considering; it is a key to learning, a foundation for long-term mastery of information, and it promotes independent decision-making. The use of social media in library activities has enticed a significant number of users, but it has also challenged libraries to modernize their service delivery. Facebook, Twitter, Wikis, WhatsApp, MySpace, and LinkedIn facilitate community courses, collaboration, and information sharing. As a consequence, it is vital for libraries to consider and prioritize their users' needs.
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Library and Community Engagement
Different category of people that come to user library resources to satisfy their quest for different types of information.
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Beyond the Physical Library Space: Creating a 21st Century Digitally-Oriented Library Environment
This refers to individuals that constitute a significant percentage within the library. These individuals are people who make use of the services offered by the library, they include, researchers, academic staff, and the support services staff.
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Library Signage and Information Graphics: A Communication Tool for Library Users
The term encompasses various terms such as patrons, clients, information users, information seekers, consumers, readers, etc. These terms can be used interchangeably because they all apply to those seeking the services of a library. The 21st century has virtually turned everything virtual.
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