Question: I know how to find information using Google and the web, so why would I use the library catalog or a database?
Answer: The library tools offer a variety of features that make it easy to find high quality resources for your project and papers. Here are some key advantages to using a library tool such as the catalog or a database:
Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia, has made finding background information incredibly easy! However, you will want to keep these things in mind if you are thinking about using it:
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