Federated Search from Serials Solutions
Central Search, Serials Solutions' federated search engine, allows patrons to search a wide variety of resources from a single, easy to use interface. The application combines industry leading search technology with robust results handling to provide a clear starting point for research at your library.
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Under the old search paradigm, each database requires its own unique search tool - complicating the search process. |
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Under a Federated Search paradigm, a single search tool can access all resources with one, simple, easy to use interface. |
Central Search provides :
Powerful, Customizable Interface - The Central Search interface is designed to allow both novice and advanced searchers to get the most from their research. Librarians can customize the application - including the design and layout - to ensure a seamless experience is enjoyed by the end-user.
Broad Resource Coverage - Central Search's architecture supports all database types - including Z39.50 databases, XML gateways and web based (HTTP) databases - to ensure broad coverage of your e-resources. This can include:
- Full-text databases
- A& I databases
- Free databases
- The library's local catalog
Support for Various Authentication Systems - Central Search works with a variety of proxy types and authentication requirements. This ensures your local and remote patrons can properly access your e-resources.
Rapid Implementation and Support - As with all Serials Solutions' services, Central Search is easy to set-up, maintain and has an outstanding product support team.
Central Search delivers on the original promise of federated search by dramatically reducing the time required to search multiple resources. As an added benefit, it will also offer you an opportunity to introduce your patrons to the richness of your collection.
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