4. Non-patent literature arranged for library-type access
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In addition to the non-patent literature mainly serving search purposes (see B‑IX, 3), the non-patent literature arranged for library type access also comprises such literature serving primarily as sources of information and education of the search division both as regards general and background technical information and as regards new technical developments. Furthermore, the collection includes many reports, pamphlets, etc. internet-based document delivery services of publishing companies are made available to the members of the search division in the form of an Electronic Virtual Library (EVL), which can be used from the member's desktop computer.