Libraries
Institutions and systems that organize access to information and cultural records.
Libraries collect, organize, preserve, and provide access to information and cultural materials. Public and community libraries can support literacy, research, digital access, and local memory. Their services and collections vary with local needs and resources.
Library work includes helping people find trustworthy material, preserving records for future use, and reducing barriers to participation. Digital collections can extend reach while raising questions about rights, privacy, preservation, and unequal internet access.
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