Some chat room friends were invited to instant messengers. Ten years later I still have contact with some of these friends.
These messengers were text based instant messaging. Video and sound instant messaging have become the latest hype. Many people using Skype to keep in touch with friends and family.
Thing number 14 explores the latest trends in instant messaging. After reading the background information I had a look at Google Talk. I like the way that you can access to various applications (e-mail, blog, Google Talk) with your g-mail account. No separate accounts required.
I also had a look at Aladin and asked a question. My question was asked previously so I got an instant answer.
I then followed the link to the Meebo messenger on the website of Randers library in Denmark. The librarian was offline, but it was clear enough how it should be used. I especially liked the idea of using Meebo without downloading any additional software on my computer. I signed up for a Meebo account and have placed a Meebo messenger on my webblog. Visitors to my webblog can now contact me in real time.
Do we have a place for instant messaging in the library? I would say yes. Instant messaging provides the opportunity for quick online conversations and direct answers to work related questions.
Having a instant messenger on the website of the library provides the user with direct access to a librarian. Receiving a quick answer instead of having to wait for an e-mail reply. Library users can also leave messages when the librarian is offline during weekends.
One often hear that e-mails are not fast enough anymore. People don’t have time for reading e-mails. E-mail boxes are filled with junk mail. Instant messaging might be the answer to this.
Looking forward to any replies on my Meebo Instant Messenger.
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