In today’s world, information is very important. How information is structured, retrieved and shared is vital to business and even to the very functioning of many of our lives. Information science, then, is quite important when it comes to making sure that everything is as it should be, technologically speaking. Here are 50 of the top information science blogs.

Information Technology (IT) Blogs

When most people think of information science, they think of IT. IT blogs can give you insight into different types of information technology, as well as the latest news and tips for doing your job in IT better.

1. InformationWeek: The latest in IT news and information.
2. CIO.com: Information technology news and information with an emphasis on business applications.
3. Information Technology Blog: Learn about managing IT and different related projects.
4. Information Technology Blog: This blog is from Gaudo Networks and features tips, solutions and IT trends.
5. Brainstorm Tech: This information technology blog is from Fortune and CNN Money, and features plenty of interesting news and information from the world of IT.
6. Mero Guff: While this blog focuses mainly on information technology, it also includes some fun and offbeat stuff related to technology.
7. TechRepublic: Check out these blogs aimed at IT professionals, and written by IT professionals.
8. Interoperability Happens: A blog by Ted Neward addressing different technical aspects of information.

Computer Science Blogs

Learn about what makes computers tick with these blogs focusing on computer science.

9. Jason’s Computer Science Blog: Look at different issues in computer science, and learn about how to improve your skills.
10. CompSci.ca Blog: Interesting view of computer science, as well as insight into CS education and careers.
11. IEEE Computer Society: The official blog of the IEEE Computer Society, offering news, information, training and more.
12. Computer Science Teacher – Thoughts and Information from Alfred Thompson: Learn about basic computer science concepts from a teacher who focuses on K-12.
13. Computer Science is COOL:  A look at news, technology and information from a computer science standpoint.
14. Papers in Computer Science: Updated irregularly, this blog nevertheless provides interesting discussion on what’s going on in different computer science publications.

Programming Blogs

One of the most important aspects of computer science is programming. Learn about using different programming languages to tell computers what to do, and how to get the best results.

15. 99 Bottles of Beer: This site contains the lyrics to the song “99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall” in more than 1,300 programming languages. A cool resource and a fun way to spend an afternoon.
16. Code Justin: Follow the exploits of a young computer programmer just learning the ropes.
17. A Computer Programming Blog: Learn about computer programing, and get some of the latest news on the subject.
18. Learning Computer Programming: A look at learning programming, as well as tips, tricks and techniques.
19. C and C++ Programming Resources: Issues and news surrounding C and C++ programming languages. Includes tutorials and source code.
20. Spyced: A look at different programming languages, as well as helpful insights and tips.
21. Experiences on PHP Programming: Learn about how to solve different problems related to PHP, and get some solid hints.
22. ONLamp.com: News and information on programming, especially related to LAMP, the open source platform.

Library Science Blogs

It may seem strange, but library science is part of information science. The retrieval systems, organization and technology involved in library science makes it valuable.

23. infomusings: Good insights on library science and information science.
24. Christina’s LIS Rant: Insights on library science and information science.
25. Information Research: Get good ideas about information science and more.
26. Metalogue: An interesting look at metadata and cataloguing.
27. HeyJude: Online learning, information science and more on technology.
28. Information Wants To Be Free: Using the Web to learn, and spread information.
29. ResourceShelf: Information resources for professionals.
30. LISNews: Get the latest news in library science and information science.

Information Systems Blogs

Learn about different information systems, and how they work. Very helpful when it comes to organizing information so that it is accessible as needed.

31. Big Red Bits: A look at information theory and systems, as well as some fun stuff related to computers, technology and all things geek.
32. Face It – IESE Technology Blog: This blog focuses on business and information systems and technology.
33. Biology of Distributed Information Systems: Learn about efforts to make information systems adaptive to their environments.
34. Distributed Information System (DIS) – The blog: A look at how distributed information systems work, and what you can do to maximize performance.
35. OCTO Talks!: This French language blog looks at different methods of information systems and the latest news in on the subject.
36. David Pallmann’s Blog: Explores different information systems and how they work.
37. NSGIC News: National States Geographic Information Council offers interesting updates and news on geographic information systems and organization.
38. SilverTree Systems Blog: Addresses issues and developments in information systems, especially cloud computing.

Information Architecture Blogs

Information has its own architecture. Learn about the different ways information is set up and organized with help from these blogs.

39. Observations from a Tech Architect: Enterprise Implementation Issues & Solutions: A great blog from the Toolbox for IT, Observations provides you with inside information on solutions related to information technology architecture.
40. Sustainable IT Architecture: A look at creating a way to rate information systems more accurately.
41. Information Architect’s blog: Keith Instone offers sound insight into the architecture of information.
42. Croc o’ Lyle: A look at information architecture and usability.
43. Bloug: Louis Resenfeld offers his take on information architecture and the user experience.
44. DonnaM: Organizing information for interaction design and elegant information architecture.

Information Law Blogs

Finally, get an overall idea of what sorts of legal precedents exist for technology and for information. The changing information science landscape means that there is a great deal of evolution going on in this area.

45. Info/Law: Get insight into laws surrounding information from Harvard Law.
46. Privacy and Information Security Law Blog: Get insight into security and privacy issues surrounding the sharing of information.
47. Digital Media Law: A look at the legal issues surrounding information and the media.
48. New Media & Technology Law Blog: Get a handle on the law as it relates to information spread via technology and new media.
49. TechnoLlama: Learn about technology law and how information is seen in the legal system.
50. Legal Technology: Information science, systems and how it relates to the legal system.

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