NorthStarNet: libraries harness the internet to build community

Abstract

Purpose

To introduce a successful online community information network created and managed by libraries.

Design/methodology/approach

Historical and operational overview by director of organization that sponsors the information network.

Findings

The 10‐year old online network provides a resource that puts the library in the center of their community, and in a position of leadership.

Originality/value

Using the power of the computer, information from all communities is available to everyone.

Citation

Long, S.A. (2005), "NorthStarNet: libraries harness the internet to build community", New Library World, Vol. 106 No. 9/10, pp. 464-466. https://doi.org/10.1108/03074800510623146