Cross-database search tools. Federated search solutions can search multiple catalogs, online databases, and search engines, often merging and de-duplicating results.
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- CrossRef Information on the reference linking service using Digital Object Identifiers (DOI).
- The Truth About Federated Searching Reviews five common misconceptions about federated searching services. [Information Today]
- List of Portal Application Functionalities for the Library of Congress Requirements list for federated searching products, similar to a RFP (request for proposal) vendor format. From the Library of Congress Portals Applications Issues Group (LCPAIG).
- MuseGlobal Java-enabled, hub-based, metasearch engine by Peter and Kate Noerr. Demonstrations and background information.
- Federated Search Engines and Link Resolvers A weblog with progress reports, from the University of Pretoria.
- ZPortal Product information on the Z39.50 search engine from OCLC PICA.
- Cengage Learning: General OneFile A meta-search management system with overview and tour.