Cybersecurity & CIS Subject Research Guide: Selected Websites

Key resources in Computer Information Systems

Selected Websites

The websites listed have been recommended by Saint Leo librarians and faculty:

ASP Primer
Tutorials and other resources for creating dynamic websites using ASP
BRASS Best of the Best Business Websites - MIS AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Computer Dictionary
A database of concise and relevant technology definitions
Science.gov
Use the on-screen search box to locate links on computers, communication and mathematics
Tech Republic
Resources and tips on development, support and security
InformationWeek
Articles and entries on thousands of computer terms
Tom's Hardware Guide
Resource for hardware news and reviews
Web Design References
Resources on topics such as JavaScript, Dreamweaver, Flash, etc.

How do I evaluate information on the Internet?

To determine if information found on the Internet is reliable and accurate, try the CAARP test:

Currency: The timeliness of the information. (Look for and use the most up-to-date information you can find. For scholarly sources, it is best to use information published in the past 10 years unless it is on a historical topic.)

Authority: The source of the information. (Is the source biased? What are the author's qualifications? Is the source reliable and accepted in the industry?)

Accuracy: The reliability, truthfulness, and correctness of the information. (Is the information supported by evidence? Can the source be verified? Can you find this information from more than one source? Does the author cite any other sources?)

Relevance: The importance of the information for your needs. (Who is the intended audience? Is this source the most relevant possible source for your needs? Would you feel comfortable citing this source in your research?)

Purpose: The reason the information exists. (What is the purpose of this information? Is it designed to teach, educate, entertain, sell, etc.?)