LAist: To Find An Answer, You Could Start By Looking Here

Nathan K.

Tue, 07 Nov 2006 14:33:20 -0800

You want to hear something crazy - I actually refer to AskMeNow service for historical facts. Why not? AskMeNow is the best - it's a mobile Q&A I can take with me anywhere. All I have to do is text a question to ASKME and in minutes, voila - question answered. Most amazing part is that so far all my questions have been answered with 100% accuracy (I've checked) and it only takes minutes. Some may say it's a sad thing, but I think it's fantastic!

Ted Angrent

Tue, 07 Nov 2006 09:33:48 -0800

A new alternative to Sparknotes is Litsum, they have twice as many literature summaries.

Sloane

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 14:57:14 -0800

Oh I love the library, both online and in person. I'll do another post soon about library websites and resources... But in person, they are even more impressive. LA's main library downtown has art exhibits (Annenberg sponsored) and a cafe. Santa Monica's main library is a favorite Sunday afternoon spot of mine. My old hang at the Venice library always has a cast of characters asking some of the most interesting questions. Seattle's newly reopened library is a super-mod architectural building worth a visit just to see it, Boston's is being redone. Even you neighborhood library is a great reference spot.

Jen

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 13:57:29 -0800

Let's not forget about the most valuable resource of all--the library. Many library websites provide links to subscription databases which can be accessed for free from any computer. Library websites also contain links to respected online sources which have been handpicked by reference librarians.