The information found on the Internet and the World Wide Web is, for the most part, not filtered for reliable content or quality. The main reasons for this are the ease at which individuals can place information on the Internet, particularly the World Wide Web, and the sheer volume of information.
Problems arise, however, if one is using the Internet for research.
It is sometimes difficult to verify the source and accuracy of the information. In contrast, the information found within a library goes through a selection process that includes reading reviews, purchasing from reputable publishers, filling faculty requests, and drawing from hundreds of years of collective library experience. You will find below some of the methods to evaluate information on the Internet that librarians and serious researchers employ to find high quality information that is the basis of the scholarly research process. An author's affiliation is an important clue to the reliability of the information. Look for any biographical statement about the author.