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Subject:Using the Internet for research From:Kat Nagel/MasterWork <katnagel -at- EZNET -dot- NET> Date:Fri, 16 Feb 1996 18:32:55 -0400
I'm preparing a presentation on Net resources and research strategies for
our regional STC conference. I'd like to include some 'war stories' ---
actual, real-life examples of what works/what doesn't work when seeking
technical information in cyberspace.
Have any of you used the Net for factual research? I'm especially
interested in hearing about:
o special strategies needed to find particular types of technical information
o criteria for evaluating the quality of the information you gather
o favorite sources for scientific and technical information (especially
engineering, environmental, medical and computer-related stuff)
@Kat_____ Kat Nagel
MasterWork Consulting Services Rochester, NY
LIFE1 (techwriting/docdesign) katnagel -at- eznet -dot- net
LIFE2 (vocal chamber music) PlaynSong -at- aol -dot- com
