OCtopus is the Library's search engine. It is similar to Google but requires more attention to your search terms, filters, and overall search strategy. Most of the content in OCtopus is considered 'academic' but results also include popular content such as articles from magazines and newspapers.
Consider using a tool like OCtopus, similar to how you would shop for something online. For example, if trying to buy a pair of pants from an online clothing store you might narrow your search to jeans, you might add the size, perhaps a particular colour of denim, whether they are a particular style or cut, etc. This will narrow your results to all the options that fit your need.
Access to the library's electronic resources can occasionally be complicated by browser cookies or cached information that prevents links from opening correctly. Opening links in an incognito/private window often fixes these access problems.
Chrome
You can open an Incognito window in your Chrome browser by using the keyboard shortcut CTRL + Shift + N, or clicking the Customize options in the top right-hand corner of the window and selecting the "New Incognito Window" option.
You can also try right-clicking on the link you are attempting to open and choosing "Open Link in Incognito Window".
Firefox
You can open a private window in your Firefox browser by using the keyboard shortcut CTRL + Shift + P, or by clicking the Application Menu options in the top right-hand corner of the window and selecting the "New Private Window" option.
You can also try right-clicking on the link you are attempting to open and choosing "Open Link in New Private Window".
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