Online Retrieval: A Dialogue of Theory and Practice, 2nd Edition

Designed to assist beginning searchers, this text offers a comprehensive introduction to online systems that primarily provide information in the form of bibliographic citations. The authors provide basic how-to information on the use of online systems; discuss topics for which there are no accepted paradigms; and present alternative points of view within a framework of previous research. Expanding on the first edition, this volume contains new material addressing Internet search and retrieval techniques, as well as the more traditional Dialog and Lexis-Nexis services. The book is aimed at students on on-line retrieval courses, practicing librarians and on-line searchers in library settings. It can also be used as a quick reference tool and guide for in-service training.