Internet usage in Greek libraries

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to point out the utilization, integration and exploitation of the internet among libraries in Greece.

Design/methodology/approach

A survey consisting of 44 questions was distributed to librarians in Greece to collect the data for the study.

Findings

The study reveals that the internet is an essential and rigorous tool for librarians in Greece. It plays an important role for providing quality and quick reference services to users.

Research limitations/implications

Limitations in this study are related to the small sample size, as well as to the number of variables studied.

Practical implications

The findings of the study would provide some interesting insights into measuring user satisfaction after the introduction of the internet and into conducting future studies with comparable results.

Originality/value

This is believed to be a unique paper featuring Greek libraries and internet. The information and communication technologies could have wider implications in all kinds of libraries.

Citation

Semertzaki, E. (2008), "Internet usage in Greek libraries", The Electronic Library, Vol. 26 No. 5, pp. 735-756. https://doi.org/10.1108/02640470810910756