InfoSci-Dictionary

The premier research tool for accessing the latest terms and definitions related to all aspects of information science and technology.

And for a field that changes as rapidly as information science and technology, this resource can be a very nice addition, or alternative to print, for any academic reference collection.

– CHOICE

EXPANDING TERM AND DEFINITION COVERAGE

Over 30,000 terms and nearly 40,000 definitions related to all aspects of information science and technology. Updates continuously as new terms and definitions are published.

UNLIMITED SIMULTANEOUS ACCESS

No limits as to how many concurrent users are logged in and using the content simultaneously. Full-text PDF viewing that allows copy, paste and printing capabilities.

PURCHASE OPTIONS

Available for annual subscription. All updates to the database during the year of subscription are included in the annual fee. For more information about pricing and consortium discounts, please contact eresources@igi-global.com or (717) 533-8845 ext. 113.

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Overview

InfoSci®-Dictionary is unrivalled among scholarly publishers in coverage of information science and technology research. InfoSci®-Dictionary is continuously updated to include definitions from our latest reference book releases, so that it contains the most relevant industry terms as the field of technology grows. At this time, IGI Global's InfoSci®-Dictionary includes over 30,000 easy-to-reference definitions supported by published research from over 50 countries and hundreds of disciplines.

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Key Features

A collection of over 30,391 terms and 36,760 definitions related to all aspects of information science and technology
No embargo of content included in the dictionary
Unlimited simultaneous access 24/7 with no limitations
Precise search and retrieval through definitions that link back to chapter-level abstracts
Updated continuously as new terms and definitions are published
Unrivalled among scholarly publishers in coverage of information science and technology research
Annual subscription option available with all updates included in the annual cost
Discounts for consortia and other multi-site groups

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Platform Features

Provides access to unique groups of cutting-edge peer-reviewed reference books in specific applied technology disciplines, ensuring the research is directly relevant to your interest area.
Updated continuously as new IGI Global books go to press (no embargo of content included in the database
Full-text PDF viewing
All content housed on one platform, personalized to your institution
Customized Librarian Corner with exclusive administration tools

Persistent URLs
COUNTER compliant usage statistics
Complimentary downloadable MARC records

Advanced, XML-powered, full-text search engine with increased search speed and ranked results
Spell-check and auto-complete search suggestions
The ability to search by content or product type and sort by relevance, title and copyright year
RSS feed functionality notifies librarians when new MARC records become available
APA-, MLA-, and Chicago-style formatted citations, as well as the ability to export to RefWorks and EasyBib
Supporting SRU Industry Interoperability Standards

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An Essential Resource For:

Academics, researchers, and practitioners in computer science and information technology management and a wealth of other fields impacted by technology
Students and teachers
Distance and online learning practitioners
Business professionals
Medical personnel
And more…

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Testimonials

"And for a field that changes as rapidly as information science and technology, this resource can be a very nice addition, or alternative to print, for any academic reference collection. Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-level undergraduates and above."

CHOICE, Vol. 45, Number 3, November 2007

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