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Library vs. Internet

Library vs. Internet. Using Multiple Forums to Research. Questions to Ponder…. Library vs. Internet Which do you use more often? For you, which is easier to use? Which is easier to access? What benefits are there in using the library instead of the internet?

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Library vs. Internet

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  1. Library vs. Internet Using Multiple Forums to Research

  2. Questions to Ponder… • Library vs. Internet • Which do you use more often? • For you, which is easier to use? • Which is easier to access? • What benefits are there in using the library instead of the internet? • What benefits are there in using the internet versus the library?

  3. Library - Pros • Universal catalog system to classify and organize resources • Professional books, newspapers, magazines, etc. that were edited before publication • Free access to printed materials • Archived materials • Free internet and other electronic resources • Knowledgeable reference librarians to help locate resources

  4. Library - Cons • Resources can be checked out by others and not always available • Publications do not provide updated information • Specific hours to gain access

  5. Internet - pros • Access 24/7 • Websites updated constantly • Two-way communication • Access to many newspapers, magazines, journals, and encyclopedias • Sites can feature rare books, documents, and collections • Complete multimedia experience (text, graphics, video, audio, hyperlinks, and interactive features)

  6. Internet - Cons • No system to catalog or organize all resources • Anyone with an internet connection can publish a website • Reliability of information not guaranteed • Archived material might only date back a few years • Some resources available with subscription only • Internet access is often not free • No knowledgeable librarians to help you find resources

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