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| Searcher | 3 |
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| Journal Articles | 3 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 2 |
| Collected Works - Proceedings | 1 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
| Reference Materials - General | 1 |
| Reports - Evaluative | 1 |
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Lambert, Nancy – Searcher, 1995
Provides a novice's guide to locating and using patent resources on the Internet. The guide examines how easily a novice can find and use patent resources, and evaluates resources on their search and retrieval capability. Findings are from the author's own experiences with various online services and are presented as personal narratives. (JMV)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Information Retrieval, Online Searching, Online Systems
Bjorner, Susanne – Searcher, 1997
Describes the 1996 Internet World conference (New York, NY), and lists--alphabetically by company--products and services for professional online searchers offered by the selected top 40 (out of 550) exhibitors. Includes a product matrix chart for finding products that match needed applications. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Conferences, Information Services, Information Sources
Helfer, Joe – Searcher, 1997
Analyzes whether push technology is a threat or opportunity for online searchers. Outlines key functions of push technology products and defines key technology terms. Illustrates how the role of the online searcher changes with push technology. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software Evaluation, Information Networks, Information Technology
