What is the difference between databases and internet search engines?
The library pays to have access to databases that search for articles and oftentimes provide full-text articles. These articles were published in a journal or magazine. The databases provide a quick way to find quality research material. Internet search engines search the world wide web for WebPages.
The library subscribes to numerous online databases that allow you to search for information from established, reputable sources. By contrast, information that is freely available on the web may or may not be from a reputable source. It’s important to remember that you generally get what you pay for. Be sure to evaluate carefully any information retrieved using an internet search engine.
