In order for libraries to become an important link in the Cultural Network they must be provided with the possibility of following developments in information technology and of meeting increasing demands made of information communication. The Public Libraries Act must be reviewed in 1996 to organise the functioning of libraries as centres in the information society by the year 1999. Parties involved in cultural activities shall be provided with the possibility of taking advantage of new multimedia technology. Support should be provided for the production of multimedia materials combining text, sound and image. This technology offers greatly increased possibilities to those involved in information and artistic communication.
Information technology provides easier access to the cultures of other nations.
It is important for Icelanders to keep up with international cultural currents, but no less important for them to present their own culture internationally. In this new environment increased emphasis must be placed on safeguarding the unique characteristics of the Icelandic language and culture. Parties already working in the area of Icelandic language and language use need to be encouraged to direct their efforts especially at safeguarding the Icelandic language in the information society. Phenomena of significant cultural value can be preserved more securely if they are registered systematically in computerised format and access provided to them through new technology. To ensure the mass media a satisfactory working environment and the freedom to take advantage of information technology, broadcasting legislation must always take technical innovations into account.