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Last Updated 08/25/2023
Summon Discovery is a service that provides library patrons access to all their library’s collections in one location, using a powerful, easy-to-use interface similar to Google. Depending on your library’s configuration of Summon, this can include everything from online videos and audio, full-text databases, periodicals, and your library’s catalog. Although Summon is an easy-to-use interface, with access to such a vast amount of information, locating the most appropriate resources for your needs may be tricky. Documentation on using Summon has been created to assist you with retrieving the most appropriate information by providing you with pointers on searching within Summon.
Summon is a tool provided by ProQuest / ExLibris, made available by the contract with NC Live. Note: As of August 2023, NC Live's contract for Summon is set to expire in December of 2026.
For further Summon information and support, please visit https://knowledge.exlibrisgroup.com/Summon
You can reach ProQuest / ExLibris support at: https://support.proquest.com/s/submit-a-case?language=en_US