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OCLC FirstSearch can provide you access to over 70 databases which can be searched to find books, articles, and other materials on the topics you are investigating.

For a complete list of the databases available and their coverage, please click here, or check with the Reference Librarian. In reviewing the list, please keep in mind that any database indicating access is by "subscription only" is not available.

If you are on campus or dialed-in through FCSL:

If you are dialed-in through your own ISP (AOL, MindSpring, MediaOne, etc.): YOU WILL NEED the following authorization numbers and passwords to access FirstSearch. Please make a note of the appropriate information so you can enter it on the next screen.

FOR general resources, conference proceedings and papers, world almanacs, or education, medical, or government databases:

FOR other specialized databases covering, for example, the arts & humanities, business, the environment, or the social sciences: