databases for novel destinations
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Databases for Novel Destinations
Computer & Internet Use @ the Library
• Acceptable Use Policy– Obey all laws regarding copyright– No obscene/harmful to minors material– No damage to equipment or network– No personal software– No illegal activities
What Is a Database?• A place to…– …find reliable information– …expand your knowledge– …learn a new skill– …search for answers
Where to start – Getting to the Databases1. Double click on Internet Explorer – the
Baldwin Public Library Website will open
2. Hover Over “Library Collections” and click on “Databases”
You’ve found our databases!
Note: If you’re trying this from home, you can go directly to: http://www.baldwinlib.org
Navigation• The categories on the top help you find the
database you’re looking for: Academic, Business, or Health, for example
• If you know the database you’re looking for, try clicking on the “To Find Databases Alphabetically, click here”
Just Click!
• Now, click on the database that you want to visit!
• From home, you’ll be asked for your library card number and your pin number (if you have an alternate id, you can use that, but be sure to enter it in all caps!). We can help you with this information after class.
For more information…
Kathryn BergeronSystems Librarian248/[email protected]