Week 2 - Zamzar

And week 2 has rolled on by already.
Using Zamzar to convert files is a new step for me. I was a bit apprehensive and thought I'd done it wrong but it seems I'd done multiple file conversions without thinking. It was reasonably easy for me to use and I'm pretty sure other staff would find it easy too.
This would be a great tool for the workroom and especially for the Learn.net's as people are always moaning and groaning on how our computers can't read their files and documents.
Now that I've had my eyes opened to the wonder of Zamzar (kind of sounds like a superhero!) I would most definitely be using it for my documents.
It wouldn't be a bad idea if we promoted it to the customers as I'm pretty sure they would benefit from it mostly.
I also had a nosy around the site and you can convert videos and music files as well. I think this is so cool and useful!

Week 1 Blogger

Well, it turned out I did remember my password, so here I am, for the second time!
I must say, the course set up this time doesn't look that daunting. I'm expecting to be mildly surprised instead of being gobsmacked like last time. I'm looking forward to learning new things, as expected and maybe even facing new challenges.
As for the library having a blog, I would say it's not the best thing, but maybe an essential asset considering the generation of today.
My view is that a library can keep in touch with them through a witty and funny blog of daily occurrences in the library and give them a positive image of what a library can mean to them. In my experience, most people are daunted by all the new technology we have and I think it's our job to gently ease them into it. Show them first through the website and then take them to the library blog!! If I were such a customer, I would like to see, instead of jargon, some funny anecdotes or witty remarks of our daily battles with irate and impossible customers!! It would show that your friendly librarian is also a human being!!