The interfaces differ in both look and feel, and in the selection of tools, services and features offered. However, with only a few exceptions, the underlying content of each service is the same regardless of which interface you use. Each interface has its strengths and weaknesses. We have summarized below the various interfaces, their features, and their minimum system requirements to assist you in making your selections.
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However, Lexis-Nexis software interfaces and product information are available for download from its customer service web site. Lexis-Nexis released a major upgrade to its web interface on 23 August 1999 and expects to continue rolling out improvements. Key features include easy to use interfaces for Search, Get a Document and Check a Citation. Soon to be released is a command line which will allow for the use of dot commands. Lexis-Nexis has promised improvements to its much maligned Source directory.