LIAS and the Internet

Introduction

     You can access some of the telnet databases and
services on the Internet from LIAS either onsite or remote
dial-in.  These telnet services and databases are provided
to you for your convenience while you are using LIAS.  Not
all telnet sites are available.  If you want to access a
database or service not available through LIAS, you will
need to use a different system to reach these addresses
(i.e. use your PSUVM account).

NO FTP OR E-MAIL SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE USING LIAS

How-To

     At the LIAS welcome screen, type SELECT.  You will see
a menu of choices.  These are the options available to you
and include electronic journals, the UNCOVER database of
journal articles, and the Internet Information Resources.
Type in the menu choice for the Internet Information
Resources.
     You are now accessing the Internet materials made
available to you by the University Libraries.  The home
screen divides the choices into 5 different catagories
including other library catalogs, campus wide information
systems, subject databases and information services, and
wide area information services.  Again, simply choose the
menu option that you would like.

What to Do Next

     Eventually, you will arrive at an information screen
that details the telnet database or service you are
requesting.  Be sure and READ this screen carefully.  It
contains the information you need to know to logon to the
remote and to exit the system, as well.  Follow these
directions and you will arrive at the service or database of
your choice.
     Often the remote systems will be unfamiliar to you.
the University Libraries offer no guarantee that the service
or database will be operational at the time you request it.
Additionally, the only help information available will be on
the remote system.  Usually, if you tyoe help at the welcome
prompt, you can get some kind of assistance.  Understanding
and using the remote system is up to you.

Restrictions

     Accessing Internet from LIAS is restricted to
registered faculty, staff, and students at Penn State
University.  If you have problems, especially, with remote
access, stop by the Lending Services desk at the Library and
register as a user.

Additional Help

     Help sheets are readily available at the Library for
using this Internet access option.  Please ask for
assistance if you need it.

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