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Lakeland's databases are suscriptions from a number of different organizations. You link to them via our research guides, also known as libguides.
When you use a specific database you leave Lakeland College's website.
Access
Unless noted otherwise, access to these databases is limited to Lakeland College IP addresses. In other words a computer on the college network. If you are using a Lakeland College computer you should be able to use the databases.
If you are working from anywhere else, including the college's Wi-Fi network, you'll need your library barcode number and a PIN.
Lakeland College barcode numbers and PINs are provided to authorized individuals including students, staff and faculty. This includes online students.
If you are taking a credit course online, you'll receive instructions about how to use the databases.
Conditions of Use
These databases can only be used by member of the Lakeland College community as well as anyone using either library's physical facilities.
You are responsible to ensure that your use is only:
- individual
- non-commercial
- educational
- research
As well, you don't systematically download or retain substantial portions of information.