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Some of these great databases have been made available through Knowledge Ontario. For more information on Knowledge Ontario, click here.

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While this database is designed to serve the research needs of military personnel, it does includes some basic reference materials that are updated annually: The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia and The World Almanac and Book of Facts. With more than 500 titles and more than 7 million articles (80% full-text), searchers are sure to find answers to their reference questions.

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How to Use the Electronic Databases
How to Use  | Basic Search  | Advanced Search  | Publication Search  | Subject Search  | Tips | 
  1. Browse the list of categories at the top of the Electronic Databases box located below.
  2. Click on a category to view the list of databases available. 
  3. Click on the database you wish to search.
  4. For remote access, type your 14-digit library card number.  Note:  You may be required to enter a username and password.
  5. For InfoTrac databases, a complete list appears.  Select the database of your choice.
  6. Refer to Search Tips for assistance on searching the databases.
    • Basic Search - multiple topics or single topics
    • Advanced Search - for finding something specific, such as an article title or author name
    • Subject Guide - authoritative results for single topics
    • Publication Search - to find a particular source
    • Tips - tips for searching
  7. Information from the databases may be printed or sent by email.
  8. Online help is available for each of these databases. 
  9. Contact your local library for further assistance if needed.

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Webinars are now available to learn all about Byki Online.   New users must first register an account with their local library.

Topics covered in this short 45 minute program will include:
- Creating user accounts
- Selecting Lists and Using Byki Cards
- Managing and Refreshing Learned Items

- Using Learning Activities
- Using Pronunciation Analysis
- Using Blogs, Twitter, FaceBook and Word of the Day features
- Best practices for language learning

Click on the link below to register for a webinar.  Once registered you will receive an email confirming your registration with information you need to join the Webinar.

Tue, Jul 20, 2010 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM EDT

System Requirements
PC-based attendees: Windows® 7, Vista, XP, 2003 Server or 2000

Macintosh®-based attendees: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer
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