The Library of Congress

Searchability

Very sophisticated advanced search with many simultaneous and specific keys both for catalogues and webpages. Search by single words permits to use up to three research keys linked to Boolean operators

Downloading

Searching and inquiring are widely possible both on Opac and other catalogues. Direct downloading is limited to special full-text catalogues. Search results are downloadable in a predefined format with their metainfo design

Navigational Aids

A-Z site index of the website plus grafic clickable map, and other orientation tools as FAQ, and human interactive inquiring as Ask a Librarian Service

User Friendliness

Complex and clear info data set provided through logical and standardized frames. Thematic areas are well distinguished by colors