Which browsers and settings do I need to access the databases whem I am not in the Library?
This may vary based on the database you choose. Some seem to be more compatible with Internet Explorer (IE) and others with Netscape, and you may be able to tell that by if they have an icon at the bottom of their initial screen indicating a preference. You should be running the latest non-beta version of your browser for maximum compatibility. In general IE seems to be better supported than Netscape, AOL or other browsers. Browsers should have cookies, java, Javascript and frames enabled, and have the latest pdf viewer from Adobe installed. Caching should usually be turned on for best use of these databases. Check the help screen for any database you are using to see if the vendor has specific requirements. The commercial databases also require that the Library verify your library card and pass on to the vendor the fact that we have verified your card (not the actual card number). If you have set your security settings so strong that you are an anonymous user this may cause you to be
