Study Will Examine Benefits of Free Access to Computers in Public Libraries
From Library Journal:
So, most people agree that free access to computers at public libraries is a good thing. But exactly how, and why? The federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) will work with the University of Washington Information School (iSchool) on a national study of the social, economic, personal, and professional value of such access. The iSchool will partner with the Urban Institute, a nonpartisan economic and social policy research organization. The $1 million project is supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.