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Are the data reliable? | Are the data published by a reliable source and is the information itself reliable? |
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Are the data updated annually? Less frequently?
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Are the data updated annually, quarterly, every 20 mins.? |
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Is the information presented clearly? See also "Index" below. | Is the information presented clearly? Is the user interface intuitive? Does the service/CD search and sort quickly? |
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Is the volume available for ASAP use? Can it be obtained for free in another office/library? | Are data needed regularly ASAP? Can the data be found for free or more economically elsewhere? |
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Are there adequate indexes for cross-referencing and for creating lists? | Is there a search engine or online index for cross referencing and for creating new lists? |
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How far back in years does this volume/collection go? How far back do you need on hand? | Do you need historical data? How far back in years does this service/CD go? |
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Does the volume contain enough data to answer basic subject- related research questions? | Does the service/CD contain enough data to answer basic subject-related research questions? |
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Does the volume have a bibliography leading to additional useful resources? | Does the service/CD contain multiple, linked resources? Does the Web site have useful hot links? |
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Is there adequate storage and worktable space available? | Is there adequate computer disk space for product use? |
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Is the volume for one user? Multiple/library use? Is it routed? | Is the service/CD for single user or network use? Do the data need to be circulated? |
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How reliable is your Internet access? Do you have a fast telecom link? |
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Can you find this info anywhere else? | Can you find this info anywhere else? |
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Free but old information?
Under $100 annually? Over $100 annually? |
Free on the Internet?
Under $1,000 annually? Over $1,000 annually? |