The library databases provide access to periodical articles and reference material online. These resources are password protected. Passwords are available by calling (732) 435-4880 ext. 3840.

In general, it is best to think in terms of concepts or keywords when searching online resources. Most electronic databases do not answer direct questions. Even those databases that do allow natural language searching usually produce better results with keyword searching. Make your search more precise and productive by using Boolean logic (AND, OR, NOT). The following examples will illustrate the use of these Boolean operators. Problem: Student is looking for articles that will answer this question - How does violence on TV affect children? Solution: Choose the important terms from the question and use the AND operator between each term to locate articles that include all the important terms. Possible Search Statement: television AND violence AND children Problem: Student is looking for information on laptops. In addition to getting articles about laptops the student is also getting unwanted articles about desktop computers. Solution: Eliminate the unwanted articles by using the NOT operator Possible Search Statement: laptops NOT desktops Problem: Student is trying to find more information about AIDS. Solution: Expand the search using the OR operator. Possible Search Statement: AIDS OR HIV.