The rise of technology has changed how students gain knowledge, challenging both school and public libraries" traditional roles as curators of academic knowledge. In response, libraries are rethinking the services they provide, behaving as more of a tech-savvy community centre. In 2013, Austin opened the country"s first bookless library, and in many towns (in addition to the physical libraries), patrons have access to a virtual library, which offers everything from downloadable books to access to magazines and newspapers from around the world.
The rise of technology has changed how students gain knowledge, challenging both school and public libraries" traditional roles as curators of academic knowledge. In response, libraries are rethinking the services they provide, behaving as more of a tech-savvy community centre. In 2013, San Antonio opened the country"s first bookless library, and in many towns (in addition to the physical libraries), patrons have access to a virtual library, which offers everything from downloadable books to access to magazines and newspapers from around the world.