Document (#14809)

Author
Rampey, L.C.
Title
Use it! : Usenet as a reference tool
Source
College and research libraries news. 57(1996) no.5, S.294-296
Year
1996
Abstract
Despite its poor reputation in some quarters Usenet, a conglomeration of electronic bulletin boards, can be fruitfully exploited as a reference tool by librarians. Explains how Usenet is organised, Usenet in the reference environment, and posting queries to Usenet. Provides real life examples of Usenet reference queries and sets out the reference benefits of Usenet
Theme
Informationsdienstleistungen
Internet
Aid
Usenet

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