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DataStar New User Guide
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New Users
Welcome to DataStar. This guide offers
an introduction to help
you get started using DataStar, Europe's
leading information service
for information professionals
If you have any problems or queries please do not hesitate to
call your helpdesk.
US call: 1-800-334-2564
UK call: 0800 69 00 00
All others call your local
office.
Contents
Read Me First!
Getting Started on DataStar
Special Features of DDialog ataStar
Searching
- Datasheets—Basic
reference sheets for searching DataStar
databases. Datasheets
include information on database content,
search fields, print options,
and a sample document.
- Search Aids—materials
containing in-depth tips and techniques for refining your search strategies.
- DataStar Quick
Guide—a brief summary of the
most common DataStar
commands.
- DataStar/Dialog
Quick Comparison Chart—a chart
comparing commonly used commands
on the Dialog and DataStar systems.
- DataStar
Search Guide—describes in detail
all of the DataStar
commands. It can be used as a reference
tool by both beginners and
experts. The Search Guide does not cover
particular features of individual
databases. Readers should consult the BASE
database online or the
Datasheets for more information on database
content and specific search
strategies.
- DataStar
StarSearch Quick Reference Sheet—how to use StarSearch™
to save time when conducting a search in more than one file.
Support
- Customer Support—very
brief
overview of all the support services available
to help you develop
your DataStar search skills, including
training opportunities, documentation,
newsletters, and telephone assistance.
- Online Support—a
brief overview of the support available to you on the Dialog
Web site, including training and documentation.
- Practice Files—practice
databases that allow you to practice using—at no cost to you—the
DataStar command language and help you
become familiar with database
content and structure. [Searching the practice
files is free if you
use the special user numbers and passwords provided by Dialog.
It is important to use these special numbers so that your Dialog account
will not be charged.]
- DataStarWeb
Product Information—overview
(features & benefits,
frequently asked questions, content, alerts,
datasheets, price list,
technical requirements), preview & tips,
sign-up, quick link.
- KnowledgeLink Newsletter—you
can choose to receive information on five specialist areas. Thomson Scientific
will deliver this to you in a single email
newsletter every two months.
- Site Map—our
Web site offers you a wealth of information
about DataStar. Find your
way to what you need fast by consulting
the site map.
Your New Account with Dialog
- Your New Account—information
about Account Administration, Billing Information, Pricing, Purchase
Orders, Payments, Invoices
- General Pricing Information—frequently
updated page that contains details about pricing and billing.
- DataStar
Price List—details on database
prices, service plans,
telecommunications rates, and additional
DataStar services.
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