Research

Years ago when you needed to do research you went to the reference department of the library and spoke to the librarian. She knew it all. You gave her a topic and she requested books from the basement. They came up on a dumbwaiter. It all seemed so mysterious. Who was down there putting the books in that magical basket that went up and down? Were there gnomes lurking in the darkness? When she gave you the books, she took your library card as collateral. No one would ever leave without their card so she knew that her books were safe. You read the big books and jotted down notes. When you were done, you gave them back and got your card. It was a process that made you feel like you accomplished something. Now research is done differently. You go to your computer and look up the topic on YouTube. Hundreds of videos will appear. They will show you hands on what you need to know. All from the comfort of your home.