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What is a database?
What is a database?
What is a database?A database is a website or app with a specialized set of information. There are many databases with different types of information. For example:

-- The Library's catalog is a database of library books.
-- Youtube is a database of videos.
-- Facebook is a database of people's profiles.
-- A language-learning app is a database of lessons.
-- Ancestry.com is a database of historical records.
What's the difference between a database and Google?
What's the difference between a database and Google?
WhatGoogle is a search engine. Search engines search for websites.
Databases are organized collections. They search for specific records that have been collected and organized within the database.

Each search engine or database can only provide the types of information it is built to retrieve. For example, if you type "mac & cheese" into these databases and search engines, you might get results like this:

-- Google (Search engine): websites like kraft.com or allrecipes.com.
-- Yahoo (Search engine): websites like kraft.com or allrecipes.com.
-- Wikipedia (Database): an encyclopedia entry about the history of mac & chesse.
-- Library Catalog (Database): books about mac & cheese.
-- Auto Repair Source Database: probably nothing, unless there is some sort of car part named a "mac & cheese."

The library catalog can't link you to kraft.com, and Google can't tell you whether a book is available at the library. Each database is built with specific information for a specific purpose.
How do I log in?
Why are there so many logins?
Why are there so many logins?Logins prove that you are a library patron and can use databases that the library paid for.

Brigham City purchases some databases, and Utah's State Library (Dept. of Heritage & Arts) purchases others. The State's databases require logins to verify you live in Utah.

The State Library has a "master login" service for their databases called OpenAthens. But some databases (including ones the Brigham City Library buys separately) use their own login system.

If you want to see what a database looks like before creating an account, visit the Brigham City Library. Many databases are accessible without an account if you are using library computers or wifi. Generic, OpenAthens login codes are also available for onsite use.
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A-Z List for Utah's Online Library

Utah's Online Library (UOL) is a collection of state-funded databases. Utah residents have access to these through public libraries. You can view the entire UOL collection by clicking the blue "View Here" button.

Additional databases from the Brigham City Library—and common UOL databases—are listed below.

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(Requires OpenAthens)

VIEW HERE

 

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Auto Repair Source Logo

Auto Repair Source

Accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. All content comes from the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and includes step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins and recalls. Powered by the automotive experts at MOTOR.

Utah's Online Library logo

(Requires OpenAthens)

LOGIN HERE

 

Tutorial

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Beehive Library (Libby/Overdrive)

Online library with +100,000 ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more. Consortium is administered by Utah's State Library, and is made up of 70 member-libraries across Utah. Available by app or website.

Utah's Online Library logo

(Requires library card & PIN)

LOGIN HERE

 

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CreativeBug

High-quality, on-trend arts and crafts instructional videos. Enjoy award-winning HD instructional videos on drawing, painting, sewing, knitting, crochet, quilting, jewelry making, baking, crafts for kids, and more. All classes are taught by experts, with new classes added daily. Creativebug delivers expert instruction and inspiration straight to your favorite device so you can learn at your own pace – anytime and anywhere.

Utah's Online Library logo

(Requires OpenAthens)

LOGIN HERE

 

Tutorial

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Gale Legal Forms

Downloadable Utah legal forms & templates. Topics include divorce, wills & estates, real estate, bankruptcy, landlord tenant, power of attorney, name change, and more.

Legal forms, self-help, and filing also available at www.utcourts.gov

Note: The Brigham City Library and its employees do not give legal advice; these documents are here for your use and convenience. If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.

Brigham City Public Library logo

(Requires library card)

LOGIN HERE

 

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NoveList

Reading recommendation tool. Search for reviews, read-alike titles, awards, authors, series info, genre overviews, discussion guides, and more.

Children's version for grades K-8th available HERE.

Utah's Online Library logo

(Requires OpenAthens)

LOGIN HERE

 

Tutorial

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Opposing Viewpoints

Be informed on today's most controversial social issues, including abortion, immigration, political processes, marijuana, environmental issues, and more. Includes viewpoints, summaries, reference articles, infographics, news, images, video, audio, etc. to help individuals understand differing views, and develop critical-thinking skills to draw their own conclusions.

Great resource for debate, social studies, English, and language arts students.

Brigham City Public Library logo

(Requires library card)

LOGIN HERE

 

Tutorial

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Peterson's Test Prep

Practice tests for the ACT, SAT, ASVAB, TOEFL, PRAXIS, GRE, LSAT, MSAT, GMAT, MAT, postal exam, citizenship exam, and other vocational tests. Find colleges and scholarships, learn test-taking skills, and find advice on college admissions or job applications.

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(Requires library card to create account)

LOGIN HERE

 

Tutorial

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Transparent Language

Language learning app & website with 100+ languages. Customize lesson content, or follow recommended lessons based on placement tests. Activities and modules include written, spoken, and listening practice.

KidSpeak version for ages 6+ features interactive activities, puzzles, songs, and cartoon hosts.

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(Requires library card to create account)

LOGIN HERE

 

Tutorial

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Universal Class

500+ continuing-education classes. Courses include computer skills, personal development, health/medicine, accounting, math, english, history, real estate, etc. Modules are self-paced. Many courses are certified by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and certificates.

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(Requires library card to create account)

LOGIN HERE

 

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