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Too much information!

It’s wonderful that these days a huge amount of information is so easily accessible. However, the sheer number of websites on the internet and publications in libraries can leave you overwhelmed. What can you do to combat information overload and filter information you need to deal with?

Take preventive action

The first – and possibly most important – step is to adopt strategies that help you avoid being overwhelmed in the first place. The most fundamental one is to be clear about what you’re researching. Remember: random research

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