SC Needs Strong Libraries - Editorial by State Librarian

From The State Newspaper:

Libraries are more important in the Internet age than ever before.

In order to apply for a job, you must have access to an Internet-connected computer and an e-mail account and complete an on-line application. Many businesses believe that if you cannot successfully negotiate an on-line application, you do not possess the minimal technology skills required in the 21st century workplace. For many citizens, public libraries provide the only free and convenient access to the Internet, to a trusted instructor to teach them to create an e-mail account and a resume or to help them negotiate the on-line application process.

Read more: http://www.thestate.com/2011/03/25/1750058/goble-sc-needs-strong-libraries.html#ixzz1I5cL3niN

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