Q. What is a database?

A database is a searchable collection of information. In library research, a database is where you find journal articles among other types of sources.

Each database contains thousands of articles you can search simultaneously, and quickly find relevant articles. 

• Databases can include journals, newspapers, magazines, reports, newsletters and more.
• General databases like JEWL can also include books, videos and audio material.
• Often you can find full text; others show an abstract and citation.

More Info / Source(s)

• Should I be using Google or the Library resources for a paper?
• Database FAQs

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