This chapter was about the use of computers as a tool for research. The book was written in 2001 so the idea that we would generally rely on anything other than computers for the majority of our research seemed a bit dated. Not that the library doesn't exist. With million of dollars invested into, we can all definitely see it. As far as how often we actually go inside and check out a book - disregarding the fact that I literally did that last week but I happened to see an interesting book lying around as I was walking past a study area and decided to check it out - I am going to say that it seems rare if not entirely non-exist. I guess teaching students how to find credible work on the internet would seem much more useful. The idea of using it for revisions and feedback and it being instantaneous feedback is also a bit of a lie. We email professors and other students all the time and they do not get back to us even remotely quickly let alone instantaneously. But it is a nice thought.
It also discussed the usefulness of web forums and how they allow communication outside of the classroom, etc. This also can promote interactions between students if the teacher requests that you respond to your peers, etc.
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