Alireza Noruzi
Abstract
The term 'social library', is a new concept that was inspired by the term Web 2.0 and social networks. The aim of this study was to introduce and define social library (library 2.0 plus social networks) and social catalog (catalog 2.0 plus social networking, also known as SOPAC). This descriptive research also examined the extent of use of SOPAC in Iranian library automation systems. This study attempts to answer the following question "to what extent do Iranian library automation systems use the capabilities of SOPAC?" The results show that Iranian library automation systems did not utilize SOPAC in library catalogs. This study suggests applying the power of the social networks and library 2.0 in library automation systems and catalogs.
Keywords: Social cataloging, Catalog, Social software, Web 2.0, Library 2.0, Social library