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1 TexShare Databases Library Information Available Through the Internet Don’t just surf. Go beyond the internet with TexShare. Don’t just surf. Go beyond the internet with TexShare. www.texshare.edu

2 Why use TexShare Instead of Search Engines on the Internet?  From verifiable, authoritative, subscription-only services  Access to full-text and citations from journals, newspapers, encyclopedias, and a wide range of sources unavailable anywhere else on the Internet  Current and accurate; no outdated links  Doesn’t produce a long list of irrelevant and inaccurate Web pages  Contains content for all ages

3 Oh my gosh! With so many choices, how do I go about choosing a database? More than 46 Databases!

4 Databases are Grouped by Subject

5 more info  Click the more info link for a description of the database Helpful Descriptions Supplied

6 Question: Database: MasterFILE Premier How is West Nile Virus spread? Ok, I’ve found the database I want to use, now how do I get started? We’re going to walk you through finding the answer to a question on MasterFILE Premier, a good general reference database covering a broad variety of subjects. Database Spotlight: MasterFILE Premier

7 Question: Database: MasterFILE Premier How is West Nile Virus spread?  Type in your Keywords  Click Search! Database Spotlight: MasterFILE Premier

8 Question: Database: MasterFILE Premier How is West Nile Virus spread?  Sort by media type or use the Find field to narrow results for a more focused result  Print, save or e-mail your results Database Spotlight: MasterFILE Premier

9 With over 50 databases, everything from general knowledge to the most specific topic areas are covered. Ask your librarian if you need help finding or using a database! What database contains Business Week magazine? Or Smithsonian? How do I find information on African-Americans living in Texas in 1870? What’s Next?

10 Information People Want It and How When, Where, Use from Home or Office

11 Customized Web Page for Your Library

12 Don’t just surf. Go beyond the internet with TexShare. www.texshare.edu At the heart of TexShare is the synergy that occurs when librarians work together to serve customers in diverse ways. Find out more about TexShare online at: TexShare Databases


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