[dundee] Fwd: [T-list] distributed library project on ditch

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From: m.lawrie
Date: 2009/5/12
Subject: [T-list] distributed library project on ditch
To: t-list at ditch.org.uk


Hi All,

I've set up a node of the distributed library project (
http://www.thoughtcrime.org/software/dlp/).

The node is available at:

http://dlp.ditch.org.uk/

Infos:

Unfortunately, the traditional library system doesn't do much to foster
community. Patrons come and go, but there is very little opportunity to
establish relationships with people or groups of people. In fact, if you try
to talk with someone holding a book you like - you'll probably get shushed.
The Distributed Library Project works in exactly the opposite way, where the
very function of the library depends on interaction.

How does it work?

Create an account, then list the books and videos that you own.  You will
then have access to the multitude of books and videos available in other
people's collections.  You can search for specific authors or titles, browse
individual collections, find nearby users, or find people who like books in
common with yours. You will have access to user-written reviews and have the
opportunity to write your own.

If the owner of a book or video you're interested in has time for you to
pick it up, you can check out items for a 2, 7, 14, or 30 day period (at the
owner's discretion). Returning books late will get you negative feedback,
while returning books promptly will get you positive feedback. You are never
under any obligation to lend an item if you don't feel comfortable doing so.

How do you manage trust?

While this is a community site based on good will, we have an ebay-style
feedback system for managing trust. Lenders have the opportunity to leave
positive or negative feedback for borrowers when an item is returned. These
positive or negative points contribute to an overall "score" which lenders
can use to gauge the trustworthiness or responsibility of a borrower.
Lenders can also leave comments along with the points to be more specific.

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