How to use CD-ROMs and other databases

Which databases should I use?

Most of the electronic databases available through the Library are sorted into subject on the Databases page. There is a wide variety of databases for every subject area. Many popular databases are available through the Library's database network or on the world wide web.

When choosing a database you need to check:

• what subject/s it covers
• whether its contents are mainly local or foreign based
• what time period it covers
• where you can access it from

Some databases might be more useful than others for particular topics, even if they deal with the same subject area. Always try more than one if possible.

More details about each database is available from its library catalogue record, or the Databases pages.