9.12.2013

Frequently asked questions 6 – What do we need all these databases for when we have Google?

Questions: What is the purpose of all the different databases when there is Google? Why should I learn to search different databases and portals when I could just Google it? Why is not Google enough? Some answers: The Internet has improved the availability of information and publications. Search engines like Google make searching easy but do […]

4.11.2013

Frequently asked questions 2 – Truncation

Questions about truncating search terms when searching databases: Why is it necessary to truncate search terms? How should I truncate my term? What truncation mark should be used? You do not always have to truncate your search terms but… robots (search engines) only search for character strings, not for meanings most terms have singular and plural […]