INSTANT MESSAGING

I first began instant messaging in 1998 when my sons introduced me to it. This was via the ICQ. About that time I had tried also the IRC. Presently I am using the Yahoo Messenger and Facebook chat services for personal use. At work we are using the Meebo chat system. This is used as an "Ask the Librarian" service for our students. I find all three have their uses. Meebo is fast becoming a library mainstay.