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Reference Databases

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Portsmouth Free Public Library cardholders can access the databases listed below.  These are paid subscription services provided by the Library and may require you to input your library card number to use them.  They provide an anywhere, anytime information gateway to selected databases with hundreds of full-text magazine and newspaper articles and reference resources. 

AskRI.org - Statewide electronic resources available from AskRI and the Office of Library and Information Services.  Free access for Rhode Island residents! Includes free homework help from Tutor.com with live tutors from 2 PM to 10 PM.  Also

Infotrac Magazine Index - from Providence Public Library

Gale Group Databases to access the databases listed below.

Gale Virtual Reference Library - encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research
Business and Company Resource Center - company profiles, brand information, rankings, investment reports, company histories, chronologies and periodicals
LegalTrac - all major law reviews, law journals, specialty law and bar association journals and legal newspapers
 

Home access to Providence Journal Archives (from 1983 to the present) searchable database. 

Library access to Providence Journal Archives  

ebsco databases
 

EBSCOhost Web - Reference databases designed for use in public libraries
Auto Repair Reference Center - Contains information on most major manufacturers of domestic and imported vehicles, with repair information for most vintage makes starting as far back as 1945.
Consumer Health Complete - Comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content.
NoveList - A readers' advisory service.
Student Research Center - Provides students in secondary schools with the most appropriate research tools for easily obtaining the information that they seek.
Kids Search - This fun, lively interface lets young researchers explore various subjects and interesting sources of information.