Once you know what you are looking for, you need to consider where you may find the answer. There are a lot of different places to look, tools to use, or people to consult. All of these places to find information are called sources.
Different kinds of sources can be helpful for different information needs.
Information sources are:
written for different purposes (such as to educate or to argue),
aimed at different audiences (such as children, professionals, or academics), and
presented in different formats (including electronic, print, video, and audio).
Information sources are everywhere!
The internet connects people to many different sources: product and company websites, informational sites, and more. Libraries provide access to the kinds of sources needed by their communities and librarians help their community members connect with just the right source.