The Next Step
You now have the basics for doing Dialog trademark searches. The following tips are important as you conduct more Dialog searches:
1. Practice.
Practice so that using Dialog commands and features becomes automatic.
- ONline Training And Practice (ONTAP) Databases: Use free of charge for a limited time. Call 1-800-3-Dialog or check the Dialog Customer Support Web site for current passwords.
- Review the basics of DialogWeb using one of the following tutorials:
- Check out the Trademarks How Do I ...? series.
2. Get more information about trademarks.
- Sign up for a Web-based training seminar. Check the Training Web site for times. You can also download copies of training Workbooks in PDF format.
3. Get help.
- Contact the Dialog Knowledge Center help line: 1-800-334-2564 (North America), 00 800 33 34 2564 (outside North America). All others call your local office.
- Visit the Dialog Global Support Center for search aids, training materials, and information about what's new on Dialog.
- Look over the information included in Essential Tools for Intellectual Property Research for details on Dialog, other training options, system documentation, special features, and managing your Dialog account.
Go to the next page to complete the Evaluation Form.
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