| Library databases | Web sites |
|---|---|
| Library databases get their information from professionals or experts in the field. | Web sites can be written by anyone regardless of expertise. |
| Library databases contain published works where facts are checked. | Web site content is not necessarily checked by an expert. |
| Library databases are easy to cite in a bibliography and may create the citation for you. | Web sites often don’t provide the information necessary to create a complete citation. |
| Library databases can help you narrow your topic or suggest related subjects. | Web sites often aren’t organized to support student research needs. |
| Library databases are updated frequently and include the date of publication. | Web sites may not indicate when a page is updated. |
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