The Virtual Observatory initiatives are
a recognition that there now exist (and we are in a period of rapid growth)
data (pixel) and information holdings in distributed locations and in diverse
forms that could be serving the scientist much better than they are.
They key is integration of these sources.
This involves distributed datasets, grid computing, data intensive computing, querying
of massive databases
Multiwavelength
The ultimate value of the CFHT LS will be realized when it is combined effectively
with data and info sources from other wavelengths.
CFHT LS will emerge as
the standard optical wavelength data source because it is of higher quality
than other existing sources.
CFHTLS will continue to have value for decades.