The Library primarily supports the following bibliographic software.
Do you already use bibliographic software? If yes, which one do you prefer?
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Desktop |
Web-Based |
Examples |
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Speed |
Can be faster to manage your library if you use it frequently |
Speed depends on Internet connection, third-party server |
Storage |
Storage space for attached articles limited only by the size of your hard drive space |
Storage space for attached articles usually limited, can cost extra for additional storage |
Cost |
Variable:
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Access |
More or less tied to computer on which software is installed. Web versions can help you access database remotely, but can lack functionality of desktop version. Will work on a computer without Internet (assuming you use local storage) |
Access anywhere you have Web access. Internet access is required. |
Word integration |
Yes |
Yes |
Collaborating (sharing privately) |
EndNote: you can place your library into shared space. Cannot both edit at same time. |
Mendeley, Zotero: groups are enabled through web version |
Sharing publicly |
Through Web versions |
Yes |