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e-Resources
e-Resources User Guides
These database users guides are either created by our librarians or provided by the vendors.
Click here to see the guides.
Why use Databases?
A database aggregates multiple sources of information in one interface. It is organized systematically to allow access of information in a structured manner. Do refer to the synopsis of the database to determine if its subject coverage is applicable. Furthermore, a database often offers searchability in a variety of ways, such as title, author, subject, keyword, time range etc. One can click on the 
icon for the user guide. Alternatively, click on the help contents available in the database.
The databases are arranged in alphabetical and subject order on the library website.
Why use Faculty's Publications?
Publications (such as books, conference papers, journal articles) from the School of Accountancy , School of Business , School of Economics and Social Sciences, School of Information Systems and Wharton-SMU Research Center (WSRC) include information and knowledge created by SMU. These webpages are powered by the Research Publication System from the Center of Academic Computing (CAC). They are listed by year and alphabetical order on the library website.
One can do a title search with a word/phrase.
Why use e-Journals?
A journal can now be read online 24x7 at one's own convenience. The e-Journals website lists publications where the full text articles are accessible by SMU faculty, students and staff. Due to licensing agreement regulations, the e-journals can be accessed only by SMU faculty, students and staff. Do a journal title search in the website. If we have access to the journal, there will be at least one hyperlink provided where you will be able to access the contents. For off campus access, you may either use VPN or enter your SMU login ID & password when prompted.
Why use Working Papers?
Working papers from the School of Accountancy , School of Business , School of Economics and Social Sciences, School of Information Systems and Wharton-SMU Research Center (WSRC) are up-to-date research works which are yet to be published in journals. These webpages are powered by the Research Publication System from the Center of Academic Computing (CAC). They are listed by year and alphabetical order on the library website.
One can do a title search with a word/phrase. Accessibility of e-Resources
Due to licensing agreement regulations, many library e-resources may be accessed only by SMU faculty, students and staff.
All SMU databases should be used for academic and personal applications only. No information may be assessed for a corporation or job, for profit or for a third party.
Users are also expected to 
appropriately acknowledge the source of all materials used.
