This guide starts with a basic discussion about the nature of databases and progresses to a discussion of more complex techniques for searching databases. Also included are tips on working with the records you receive, a short troubleshooting guide and an index of terms that are used in searching electronic databases. Start at the beginning or jump in where you feel comfortable. Every database covers particular topics . General keyword searching allows you to look for your term anywhere in the record.
Every database covers a particular time period .
Most databases are indexes . Placing limits or refining your search usually involves field searching. Some databases do provide data or the full text of articles. Phrase searching allows you to search for two or more words that are adjacent to each other. A database is composed of records .