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RefWorks

What is RefWorks?

RefWorks is an online research management, writing and collaboration tool, designed to help researchers easily gather, manage, store and share all types of information, as well as generate citations and bibliographies [Provided in part by the Office of Information Technology].

RefWorks Resources

Preferred RefWorks Browser Settings

Using RefWorks On-Campus & the Site Security Certificate Alert

The first time RefWorks is accessed on a computer on-campus a Site Security Certificate Alert, stating, "the name on security certificate is invalid or does not match the name of the site" will be triggered. It is safe to proceed. The RefWorks Site Security Certificate is up-to-date and valid.

Using RefWorks On-Campus in Internet Explorer

RefWorks will need to be added as "Trusted Sites" in Internet Explorer.

From the Internet Explorer Menu

  1. Select "Tools"
  2. Select "Internet Options"
  3. Select the "Security" tab
  4. Select the "Trusted Sites" zone
  5. Click on the "Sites" button
  6. In the Trusted Sites window, deselect the option to Require server verification and add the following to your trusted sites list:

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updated: Monday, 03-Dec-2007 12:27:50 EST

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