Both include access to the collections of all their member libraries as well as additional databases, some providing full text. Most academic and public libraries have publicly accessible online catalogs. The USF Libraries Electronic Reserves system contains current course-related materials submitted by faculty for the use of currently enrolled USF students. Materials include past exams, problems, notes, readings and assignments. Faculty members can make course materials available electronically to all students.
Access is password controlled and limited to course participants.
Access to Electronic Reserves is restricted to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff. Electronic Reserve material may be protected by copyright law. Adobe Acrobat Reader must be installed on the user's computer in order to view a document. It is available and loads automatically on all computers located at the USF Libraries and USF's Open Access computer labs. The USF Virtual Library is available to all currently enrolled USF students, faculty, and staff.