Previous Studies About Public Libraries and the Internet

2007-2007 Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study

2007-2008 Public Library Funding & Technology Access Study

Earlier Studies

U.S. public libraries began interacting with and using the Internet in the early 1990s. Since 1994, there have been eight studies conducted that track the level of involvement, key issues, trends, and other aspects of public library Internet use.

As the context of public library Internet connectivity changes, so too does the nature of the survey. The study continues to produce, however, important longitudinal data regarding the level of public library involvement with and use of the Internet.

Key findings
Accumulated reports
2006 study (pdf)
2004 study (pdf)
2002 study (pdf)
2000 study (pdf)
1998 study (pdf)
1997 study

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