Todays lecture was about online libraries and databases. The lecturer covered the reasons why we should use online databases, some of these reasons were:
-convenience, internet connection
-currency, journals are up to date
-electronic format, easy to make notes etc.
-anywhere/anytime access
Reasons against it are:
-Hidden content
-Most do not access database and library indexes
There are many different types of libraries:
-online text repositories
-online journals
-electronic books
-musical
-artworks
Some online resources include www.virtuallibrary.com
Limitations of Online Libraries:
- Only the catalogue is online. However you can still browse through and search through the collections.
-Many libraries are available only by subscription, therefore it may require a fee.
-Resolution may be reduced as you are seeing copies of original works eg. art, music
-They are often updated on a regularly basis and can be out of date.
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