Discover NC LIVE: Your Gateway to Information Anytime, Anywhere
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NC LIVE is North Carolina's comprehensive online library, offering students and residents free access to a wealth of high-quality information resources. Available 24/7 from any Internet-connected device, NC LIVE features academic research, job training, small business advice, and more. With over 60 subscription databases, 10,000+ full-text publications, and collaborative support from 195 library systems, NC LIVE ensures you can find the information you need quickly and efficiently. Experience the power of knowledge at your fingertips!
Discover NC LIVE: Your Gateway to Information Anytime, Anywhere
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NC LIVE: Information at our fingertips We live in a society driven by information. We want information now and we want it fast. NC LIVE delivers. • Academic research • Job training information • Small business advice • Facts – from medical updates to product rankings – that answer personal questions
What is NC LIVE? • Free to NC students and residents • High-quality information resources selected by library staff across the state • Available 24/7 • Accessible from anywhere there’s an Internet connection.
Collaborative Effort Over 195 North Carolina library systems participate. Among them are: • State University system libraries • Public libraries • Community College libraries • Independent College/University libraries
NC LIVE Usage Year over year, NC LIVE’s usage grows.
General and Specialized databases • Literature • Health & medical resources • Young adults & children • Reader’s advisory and recommendations • Historical maps of North Carolina • Education • Business
NC LIVE by the numbers • 60+ subscription databases • 30+ selected free web resources • 10,000+ publications in full text • 20,000+ publications indexed • 24,000+ electronic books
Common uses for NC LIVE • Research and reference at all levels • Business information and research • Health information • General interest and consumer information • And more!
Search for your topic • Type in the key words of the topic you’re interested in. • NC LIVE will search through more than 30 databases to find the material. • Browse by topic or type of material. • You can also choose a specific magazine or journal.
Topical Sample Search: What are the benefits of a state lottery?
Specific Publication Search: Where can I find an issue of Consumer Reports?
Medical Sample Search :Authoritative drug/medical information.
Business Information Search: Easily accessible business information.
How do I access NC LIVE outside the library? Contact your local library staff for instructions and a password.
Start using NC LIVE: http://www.nclive.org Or your local library web site. Questions about NC LIVE? Contact the local library staff.