Regarding Vicky Heller's assertion that future libraries may rely heavily on electronic information and individual publishing of hard copy,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This brings up that dicey little issue called copyright. Most writers want us to buy their books, not copy them. David Piehl writes: Though this isn't very Minneapolis specific, other than as it relates to the current public expenditure to build a new library, an important distinction needs to be made. writers don't need to ensure that trees die to maintain their livlihood; they just need to get their royalties. Royalties can be paid on electronic copy. Music stores in Amsterdam have been selling custom CD's with all your favorite tunes for over four years - the charge includes royalties that are paid to artists. Several on-line music vendors offer the same service, and I believe author Stephen King has experimented with on-line books. However, I do like the idea of a large central library. Comercial experience with e-business has taught us never to underestimate the power of "bricks and mortar". David Piehl Central __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Protect your identity with Yahoo! Mail AddressGuard http://antispam.yahoo.com/whatsnewfree REMINDERS: 1. Think a member has violated the rules? Email the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
